Virginia Commonwealth at George Mason

George Mason enters this contest with six losses, all coming off of their home-court. They have been perfect at home riding a 9-0 mark into this contest. They have opened some eyes with a convincing win vs Dayton, and Horizon leader Cleveland State. They also have wins vs Kansas State and South Carolina. They shoot the ball well, hit their free throws, and play a sticky defense. The Rams have now won 12 of 13, and are playing great basketball. But road losses at James Madison and Hampton provides some room for doubt. The Rams success has been on the defensive end where they hold opponents to 38% shooting. George Mason won the two games played two years ago, but lost the two games played last year, and will have something to prove here. VCU is 8-1 in conference play, while GMU stands at 6-3. Mason really needs this one, and are playing at home where they have yet to be beaten, and we expect them to bring their "A" game and come away with the win and cover.