George Washington Faces George Mason in A-10 Championship Quarterfinal Showdown

WASHINGTON, D.C. — George Washington University‘s men’s basketball team is set to face No. 2 seed George Mason University in the Atlantic 10 Championship Quarterfinals on Friday evening, March 14, at 5 p.m. ET. The game will air live on the USA Network.

Looking to build on their thrilling victory earlier in the tournament, GW enters this matchup with a solid record of 25-7, earning a spot in the quarterfinals. Fans are encouraged to purchase tickets through the GW Ticket Office, where both single-session and all-session tickets are available, with discounted options for students who access a special link.

Prior to the game, GW Athletics will host a pregame event at Yard House in Chinatown from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., featuring snacks, non-alcoholic beverages, and complimentary drinks.

The upcoming contest marks the third meeting this season between the Colonials and the Patriots, with GW historically leading the all-time series 24-13. The last two matchups have been particularly competitive. George Mason managed to edge GW in both regular-season encounters, winning 80-77 after double overtime on January 18 and maintaining a tight 53-50 score on February 5.

Mason has dominated the recent series, having won the last three straight games against GW, although the Colonials have held their own in past playoff scenarios. With these statistics, the stakes are high as the teams collide in the A-10 tournament.

The Patriots, who captured their first regular-season championship since joining the Atlantic 10 in 2014, finished with a conference record of 15-3, sharing the top spot with VCU. Notably, eleven of their fifteen victories in conference play came by single-digit margins, showcasing their ability to grind out close games.

George Mason’s scoring efficiency has been noteworthy, outscoring A-10 opponents by a combined 100 points across their 15 victories, averaging an impressive 6.7 points more per game than GW, who averaged 12.7 points more per game in their nine wins. Key players for the Patriots include Jalen Haynes, averaging 17.0 points and 7.5 rebounds per game in the two matchups against GW.

With both teams having their strengths and a heated rivalry, Friday’s game promises to be a thrilling spectacle that could set the tone for the rest of the A-10 Championship. Fans and players alike are eager for an exciting showdown in the Capital One Arena.