Last night, George Mason (5-6) hosted James Madison (6-3) in a rivalry showdown.
In the first half, Mason outscored Madison 29-26 going 12-31 from the field, 2-11 from behind the arc, and recorded 14 rebounds.
The Dukes failed to convert on 10 FGs going 8-20, 5-7 on 3’s, and recorded 17 rebounds.
In the second half, the Patriots went 11-29 for FG’s, registering 37 points and added 28 rebounds and only 7 turnovers.
The Dukes scored 27 points, going 10-36 for FG’s, 3-14 on 3’s, and 25 rebounds.
MASON WINS 66-53 TO JAMES MADISON
Some notable things from this game:
- Otis Livingston II led the way in scoring with 21 points going 6-13 from the field, 2-6 from three and a perfect 7-7 from the line.
- Justin Kier added 16 points, 11 rebounds, 4 assists, and 6 steals. He went 6-13 from the field, 0-2 from tree, and 4-6 from the charity stripe.
- Multiple technical fouls were handed out in this game. Three to Madison and one to Mason.
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- Mason recorded 40 points in the paint for the first time this season.
- Goanar Mar had a decent game, even though it was not reflected in the box score. He was taking open shots, but the ball would bounce in the rim and then out. He came down with 6 rebounds and 5 points in the end.
- Jarred Reuter scored 7 points and grabbed 5 rebounds. However, his shot selection was not the best, he took some skyhooks that were just way too far away from the hoop.
Question of the game: After seeing this, how many non-conference games (of the two left) do you think Mason can win?
Let us know what you think in the comments below!
Mason will take a break for final games till the 21st when the Patriots take on Navy at home at 7 pm.
See you then.
