In this article, we will formulate a George Mason vs Bradley prediction for this College Basketball game on Saturday, March 22 at the EagleBank Arena in Fairfax, VA. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this game in the 2nd Round of the NIT. The winner of this game will meet Dayton or Chattanooga in the quarterfinals.
Bradley Braves Betting Preview
The Bradley Braves (27-8, 16-17-1 ATS) played well late in the regular season as they won six of seven games, defeating Drake, Valparaiso, and Northern Iowa, among others to secure the No. 2 seed in the MVC tournament. Bradley beat Murray State and Valparaiso to make it to the finals but Drake proved to be too strong for the Braves in the finals.
Bradley is averaging 76.7 PPG (108th) and is allowing 68.6 PPG (74th). The Braves are getting 34.5 RPG (252nd) and dish out 14.5 APG (134th). Duke Deen is the team’s top performer with 13.6 PPG, 3.3 RPG, and a team-high 3.7 APG. Darius Hannah has 12.7 PPG, a team-high 5.9 RPG, and 1.0 SPG, while Zek Montgomery contributes 12.2 PPG and 2.7 RPG.
George Mason Patriots Betting Preview
The George Mason Patriots (27-8, 17-17 ATS) had some problems late in the season as they suffered losses to VCU and Duquense but bounced back with wins over La Salle and Richmond to secure the No. 2 seed for the Atlantic 10 tournament. George Mason beat George Washington in the quarterfinals and Saint Joseph’s in the semis to set up a meeting with VCU in the finals. The Patriots fell short and lost 68-63.
George Mason averages 71.3 PPG (265th) and allows 63.5 PPG (12th). The Patriots are 126th in rebounds (36.7) and 287th in assists (12.7). Jalen Haynes leads the team with 14.1 PPG and a team-high 7.0 RPG. Darius Maddox follows him with 13.8 PPG, 2.8 RPG, and 1.1 SPG, while Brayden O’Connor chips in 9.3 PPG, 2.8 RPG, and a team-high 2.9 APG.
Why Bradley will beat George Mason
- Bradley has won eight of its last nine games against non-conference opponents.
- George Mason has lost the first half in three of its last four day games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Why George Mason will beat Bradley
- George Mason has won each of its last 16 games at EagleBank Arena against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Bradley has lost the first half in six of its last eight games.
Total Points Facts
- Ten of Bradley’s last 11 games against non-conference opponents have produced a total of 133+ points.
- Five of George Mason’s last six home day games against non-conference opponents have produced a total of 138+ points.
Matchup/League Facts
- George Mason ranks 11th among Division 1 teams for opponent points per game this season (63.1).
- George Mason ranks 11th among Division 1 teams for opponent field goals made per game this season (21.5).
- Bradley ranks 11th among Division 1 teams for effective field goal percentage this season (57.0%).
- Bradley ranks 11th among Division 1 teams for true shooting percentage this season (60.5%).
George Mason vs Bradley Prediction
These teams have met just once thus far, and it was back in 2016 when George Mason won 77-66 at Bradley. I’m aware that George Mason has one of the strongest defenses in the country, but Bradley’s not bad as well in that department. Even so, I expect a tight affair that will likely go to the wire, and don’t be surprised if they go to overtime. The Pats are favorites, but I don’t think they will have an easy job on Saturday. George Mason has hit the Game Total Over in its last 4 games, while Bradley has hit the Game Total Under in 19 of the previous last 36 games. I am going with Over.