Marquette vs George Mason Prediction 11-8-24 College Basketball Picks

In this article we will formulate a Marquette vs George Mason prediction for this College Basketball game on Friday, November 8th at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Marquette Golden Eagles Betting Preview

The Marquette Golden Eagles are 1-0 this year after they defeated Stony Brook by a score of 102-62 in their first game. Marquette led 48-30 in the first half and they added 54 more points in the second half for the blowout win. The Golden Eagles shot 58.8% from the field, 29% on three pointers, and 76.5% on free throws in the game. Marquette made 9 three pointers, 13 free throws, recorded 22 assists, and won the rebounding battle by 13 in the win. Kam Jones led Marquette with 32 points and three assists, while Chase Ross added 23 points and eight rebounds. 

George Mason Patriots Betting Preview

The George Mason Patriots are 1-0 this season after they defeated NC Central by a score of 75-58. George Mason led 32-22 at halftime and they scored 43 points in the second half to pull away for the win. The Patriots shot 41.2% from the field, 11.8% on three pointers, and 75.6% on free throws in the game. George Mason made 2 three pointers, 31 free throws, recorded 12 assists, and won the rebounding battle by 20, but they did have 17 turnovers in the win. Darius Maddox led George Mason with 17 points and five rebounds, while Jalen Haynes and Brayden O’Connor added 11 points each. 

Why Marquette will cover

• Marquette has won 17 of its last 18 games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• George Mason has lost each of its last three road games against AP-ranked opponents.
• George Mason has lost the first half in seven of its last eight night games against AP-ranked opponents.

Marquette vs George Mason Prediction 

Marquette is currently ranked #18 in the country and they looked very good in their first win against Stony Brook. The Golden Eagles scored over 100 points in the game and Kam Jones dropped 32 points in the win. George Mason also picked up a win in their first game against NC Central, where they scored 31 of their 75 points at the free throw line. The Patriots also enjoyed a +20 rebounding margin in the game, but I don’t think they are going to rebound that well or get to the free throw line at that rate in this game. I expect another big game from Kam Jones and I like Marquette to cover this number.