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American University Eagles at George Mason Patriots ATS Preview 11/09/18

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The American University Eagles open their season on the road against the George Mason Patriots (0-1) at EagleBank Arena. The game is scheduled to get underway at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, November 9, 2018.

American University Eagles vs. George Mason Patriots Free Prediction

In the Patriots’ last game, they dropped a tough one to the Penn Quakers, 72-71. Penn made eight of their 20 three pointers (40.0 percent). George Mason, on the other hand, was 2-8 (25.0 percent). With 12 points and eight rebounds, Justin Kier had a solid game for George Mason.

Last season, American University failed to reach the tournament following a 6-24 regular season campaign.

It could be a difficult game for American University on the offensive glass. The Eagles rank 313th in offensive rebounding percentage (23.8 percent), while George Mason ranks 97th in defensive rebounding percentage (73.4 percent) dating back to last season.

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Notes

Betting Notes (2017-Present):

American University ranks 12th in three pointers allowed per game (17.3) while George Mason ranks 258th (23.8).

The Patriots rank 95th in rebounds per game (36.7) while the Eagles rank 321st (29.0).

American University ranks 53rd in steals per game (7.2) while George Mason ranks 159th in steals allowed per game (6.4).

The Eagles average 3.3 blocks per game, which ranks 148th in the NCAA. The Patriots rank 219th in blocks allowed per game (4.2).

American University ranks 241st in assists per game (12.2) while George Mason ranks 272nd (11.4).

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