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La Salle Explorers vs George Washington Revolutionaries Picks and Predictions January 3rd 2026
Atlantic 10 play continues Saturday, January 3rd, 2026, as the La Salle Explorers head to the nation’s capital to take on the George Washington Revolutionaries. Tipoff is set for 2:00 PM ET at the Charles E. Smith Center in Washington, D.C. The Revs are massive 15.5-point home favorites, with the total sitting at 152.5.
George Washington is off to one of its best starts in years and enters this matchup with momentum, scoring consistently and defending at a higher level than we’ve seen in recent seasons. Meanwhile, La Salle is reeling — limited offensively, inconsistent defensively, and searching for answers on the road. The line is wide, but the gap in form and personnel makes it feel justified.
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La Salle vs George Washington Odds
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| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Salle Explorers | +940 | +15.5 (-115) | O 152.5 (-109) |
| George Washington Revolutionaries | -1733 | -15.5 (-105) | U 152.5 (-112) |
La Salle Betting Form
The La Salle Explorers are struggling — plain and simple. They’ve dropped multiple games by double digits, and their offensive metrics are among the weakest in the A-10. Scoring consistency has been an issue, especially away from home where their shooting percentage dips noticeably.
Their tempo is middle of the pack, but efficiency is low. They don’t have a true primary scorer and rely on committee production, which becomes problematic when shots aren’t falling. La Salle also gives up points in transition and doesn’t close well on shooters — both weaknesses that play into the hands of a team like George Washington.
The key for La Salle is keeping this game close early. If they fall behind, they don’t have the firepower or pace to mount sustained comebacks. Be sure to review the La Salle injury report in case of any lineup absences that would make covering +15.5 even tougher.
George Washington Betting Form
The George Washington Revolutionaries are rolling offensively and have turned a corner defensively. They’ve posted strong numbers both at home and on the road, but their dominance at the Smith Center is what makes them such a dangerous favorite here.
They play fast, share the ball well, and have multiple reliable scorers. Their spacing and pace put pressure on teams that can’t rotate quickly — which is exactly La Salle’s issue. GW shoots well from deep, but they also get downhill and draw contact, giving them multiple ways to score.
Defensively, they’ve cleaned up fouling and have improved their perimeter coverage. Against La Salle’s weaker guard play, they should be able to pressure ball-handlers and generate transition looks.
Depth isn’t an issue either — George Washington has a rotation they trust, and they’ve covered double-digit spreads multiple times this season. Keep an eye on the George Washington injury report, but barring surprises, they’re fully capable of running away with this game.
La Salle vs George Washington Matchup Breakdown
This matchup looks like a blowout on paper — and it may be one on the court too. La Salle lacks the shot creation, tempo, and size to threaten George Washington for 40 minutes.
- Offensive Pace: GW pushes tempo, La Salle can’t keep up in transition.
- Scoring Efficiency: La Salle is near the bottom in field goal %; GW ranks top-3 in the conference.
- Free Throw Edge: GW gets to the line far more often and shoots a higher clip.
- Three-Point Shooting: La Salle’s perimeter defense is vulnerable — and GW takes advantage.
The question isn’t whether George Washington will win — it’s whether they’ll cover 15.5. At home, with better execution and confidence, that number feels reachable if they avoid extended cold stretches.
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La Salle vs George Washington Predictions and Best Bets
The spread is big, but so is the gap in form. La Salle has struggled to stay competitive against good teams, especially on the road. They don’t have a go-to scorer, and their defense breaks down far too easily in transition. That’s a recipe for trouble against a well-balanced George Washington squad.
Even if this one stays close early, George Washington’s depth and pace should wear La Salle down. The Explorers’ inability to get stops — or generate efficient offense — makes it tough to justify backing them, even with a huge number.
The total at 152.5 is fair, but leans slightly to the Over if GW controls the game and scores into the high 80s. La Salle doesn’t need to be efficient — they just need to keep playing fast enough to push the pace, especially if they’re trailing early.
Best Bet: George Washington -15.5 (-105)
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