The Vermont Catamounts (5-3) will travel to EagleBank Arena to challenge the George Mason Patriots (4-5). The game begins at 7 p.m. ET on Monday, December 3, 2018.
Vermont Catamounts vs. George Mason Patriots ATS Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Patriots won a close one over the William & Mary Tribe 87-84, while the Catamounts were victorious over the Towson Tigers 70-64.
Vermont’s 0.510 effective field goal percentage was their biggest advantage over Towson, who had a rate of 0.402. The Catamounts’ mark was below their season average of 0.541, while the Tigers’ was below their season average of 0.491. Meanwhile, George Mason’s 28.6 offensive rebounding percentage was their largest advantage over William & Mary, who had a mark of 22.6. The Patriots’ mark was above their season average of 27.7, while the Tribe’s was below the 29.5 mark opponents have averaged against George Mason this season. Otis Livingston II played well for George Mason, contributing 18 points and 10 assists. Vermont, meanwhile, was led by Ernie Duncan, who had 28 points.
It could be a tough game for George Mason on the offensive glass. Since last season, the Patriots rank 227th in offensive rebounding percentage (27.8 percent), while Vermont ranks 13th in defensive rebounding percentage (77.0 percent). Moreover, the 23rd-ranked offense of the Catamounts (offensive efficiency of 115.1) will face off against the 277th-ranked defense of the Patriots (defensive efficiency of 107.4).
Vermont vs. George Mason ATS Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – George Mason, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Vermont ranks third in rebounds allowed per game (29.6) while George Mason ranks 161st (34.9).
- The Patriots rank 209th in three pointers attempted per game (20.9) while the Catamounts rank 248th (19.7).
- Vermont ranks 200th in blocks per game (2.8) while George Mason ranks 220th in blocks allowed per game (4.1).
- The Catamounts rank 42nd in steals allowed per game (5.3) while the Patriots rank 195th (6.5).
- Vermont ranks 161st in assists per game (13.4) while George Mason ranks 273rd (11.8).
