The George Mason Patriots (2-4) face off against the Baylor Bears (3-2) in the Emerald Coast Classic at The Arena at NW Florida St. The game begins at 1 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 24, 2018.
George Mason Patriots vs. Baylor Bears Free Prediction
The last time the Patriots played, they were topped by the Cincinnati Bearcats, 71-55. Cincinnati’s 0.283 free throw rate was their biggest strength over George Mason, who had a mark of 0.080. The Bearcats’ mark was above their season average of 0.198, while the Patriots’ was below their season average of 0.288. Javon Greene was George Mason’s high scorer with 11 points on 4-for-8 shooting.
The Bears were beaten by the Ole Miss Rebels in their last matchup, 78-70. Ole Miss was effective at getting and making free throws. The Rebels made 29 of their 36 free throws (80.6 percent), while the Bears were 18-22 (81.8 percent). With 27 points on 11-for-13 shooting, Tristan Clark was Baylor’s leading scorer.
From an effective field goal percentage perspective, Baylor figures to have a substantial advantage. Dating back to last season, the Bears defense ranks 52nd in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.478), while the George Mason offense ranks 254th in effective field goal percentage (0.495).
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Baylor ranks 29th in blocks per game (4.7) while George Mason ranks 253rd in blocks allowed per game (4.2).
The Bears rank 60th in assists per game (15.2) while the Patriots rank 282nd (11.6).
Baylor ranks 42nd in rebounds allowed per game (32.2) while George Mason ranks 170th (35.0).
The Patriots rank 215th in three pointers attempted per game (21.0) while the Bears rank 296th (18.6).
George Mason ranks 180th in steals per game (6.0) while Baylor ranks 226th (5.5).
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