Rhode Island Rams vs George Mason Patriots Betting Preview
George Mason puts its perfect home record on the line Saturday afternoon at EagleBank Arena. The Patriots have been one of the most reliable home teams in the Atlantic 10, sitting 10-0 in Fairfax with strong offensive efficiency and discipline. You can track live pricing and market movement on the NCAA basketball odds page.
Rhode Island arrives with a 9-5 record and enough balance to test that home dominance. The Rams have been competitive away from home and bring an offense that can score efficiently inside the arc.
Line Movement and Odds
George Mason opened as a mid-range home favorite and currently sits at −6.5, a number shaped by its perfect home record and Rhode Island’s uneven ATS results. The Patriots are priced near −307 on the moneyline, while Rhode Island returns around +245.
The total is set at 141.5, reflecting the slower pace both teams prefer. For similar A-10 matchups and market structure, the college basketball previews page offers helpful context.
Matchup Breakdown
Rhode Island’s path starts with efficiency in the half court. The Rams shoot better than 57 percent on two-point attempts and rely on Tyler Cochran and Jonah Hinton to create consistent looks. When Rhode Island avoids long scoring droughts, it stays competitive against favored opponents.
George Mason’s edge is balance and free-throw production. The Patriots average more than 80 points per game and rank among the national leaders in free throws made. Kory Mincy continues to drive offense, while Emmanuel Kanga controls the glass. If George Mason forces fouls and limits transition chances, the game stays on script.
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Injuries and Conditions
Rhode Island
No major rotation injuries reported.
Full details: Rhode Island team page
George Mason
No significant absences entering Saturday.
Full details: George Mason team page
This is an indoor matchup, so conditions will not impact tempo or shooting.
Best Bets and Prediction
George Mason’s home efficiency and free-throw volume give the Patriots a late-game edge. Rhode Island can score enough to stay competitive, but sustaining offense against a disciplined home defense is the challenge.
Projected Score: George Mason 74, Rhode Island 66
Best Bet: George Mason −6.5
Secondary Lean: Under 141.5
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