George Mason vs VCU: A10 Championship Odds & Predictions Today
VCU enters as 8.5-point favorites over George Mason in the A10 Conference Tournament Championship game, with both teams finishing their regular season at 15-3. The game tips off at 1pm ET from Capital One Arena in Washington, DC, broadcast on CBS.
The Patriots advanced by defeating George Washington (80-65) and St Joseph's (74-64), led by All-Conference First Team star Jalen Haynes. VCU reached the final by taking down St Bonaventure (76-59) and Loyola Chicago (62-55), with A10 Player of the Year Max Shulga leading the charge.
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Both teams excel defensively, ranking in KenPom's Top 25 for defensive efficiency. VCU leads the conference in scoring defense (62.6 ppg) and 3-point defense (30.3%), while George Mason allows just 63.1 ppg and leads in field goal defense (38%).
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In their only regular season meeting, VCU won 70-54, holding George Mason to 35.4% shooting. The Rams have won five straight against the Patriots and eight of the last ten overall.
Key Player Props:
- Jalen Haynes (GMU): 15.5 points
- Darrius Maddox (GMU): 12.5 points
- Max Shulga (VCU): 14.5 points, 6.5 rebounds
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Public Betting Trends:
- 87% of moneyline handle on VCU
- 80% of spread handle on George Mason +8.5
- 82% of total handle on the over (127.5)
Prediction: While VCU should win outright, George Mason's improved tournament offense and Haynes' hot streak suggest taking George Mason +8.5 (-110).