Saint Louis Billikens vs George Mason Patriots Picks and Predictions for Saturday March 7 2026

By: Kim Smith Published 03/07/2026, 02:45 AM ET

The Saint Louis Billikens travel to face the George Mason Patriots on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at EagleBank Arena in Fairfax, Virginia. Tip-off is scheduled for 4:00 PM ET and the game will be broadcast on USA Network. At the time of this writing the odds were not released for this matchup. Be sure to also check out our free college basketball picks for more daily predictions and expert betting insight.

Saint Louis Dominating the Atlantic 10 This Season

Saint Louis enters this matchup with an outstanding 27-3 overall record and a 15-2 mark in Atlantic 10 play, making them one of the most impressive teams in the conference this season. The Billikens have been consistent throughout the year and have built a reputation for efficient offense and strong defensive play. In their last five games, Saint Louis has recently won over Loyola Chicago, Duquesne, and VCU while suffering losses to Dayton and Rhode Island.

Offensively, Saint Louis has been extremely productive, averaging 88.8 points per game while allowing just 68.6 points per game. The Billikens also shoot an impressive 52% from the field, one of the best shooting percentages in the conference. They also dominate the boards with 40.7 rebounds per game while recording 18.7 assists per contest, showing excellent ball movement and offensive balance.

Defensively, Saint Louis has been equally effective. The Billikens average 3.5 blocks and 7.3 steals per game, allowing them to disrupt opposing offenses and create transition opportunities. Their ability to combine elite shooting with solid defense has made them one of the most difficult teams to beat in the Atlantic 10 this season.

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George Mason Hoping to Defend Home Floor

George Mason comes into this game with a 22-8 overall record and a 10-7 record in Atlantic 10 play. While the Patriots have had a solid season overall, they have struggled with consistency recently and will be looking to bounce back in this matchup. In their last five games, George Mason has recently lost to VCU, Saint Joseph’s, Dayton, and George Washington while picking up a win over St. Bonaventure.

The Patriots average 73.5 points per game while allowing 68.0 points per contest, and they shoot 47% from the field. George Mason also averages 34.6 rebounds and 12.8 assists per game, showing a balanced approach offensively but without the same scoring explosiveness as Saint Louis.

Defensively, George Mason focuses on slowing the pace and limiting scoring opportunities. The Patriots average 3.1 blocks and 5.0 steals per game, and they typically try to grind games down into half-court possessions. However, facing a high-powered offense like Saint Louis could present a difficult challenge for their defensive system.

Saint Louis Billikens vs George Mason Patriots Pick

Pick: Saint Louis Billikens - Spread

Saint Louis has been one of the most dominant teams in the Atlantic 10 this season and they enter this matchup with a clear edge in offensive efficiency. The Billikens shoot over 50% from the field and average nearly 89 points per game, which could create major problems for a George Mason team that has struggled recently. While the Patriots are capable defensively, Saint Louis’ ability to score from multiple positions should allow them to control the pace and eventually pull away.

Saint Louis Billikens vs George Mason Patriots Total Pick

Pick: Over the Total

I like the over in this matchup because Saint Louis tends to play at a faster pace and consistently pushes games into higher-scoring territory. The Billikens average nearly 89 points per game and their efficient shooting usually forces opponents to increase their offensive tempo. With George Mason also capable of contributing offensively at home, the total should have a good chance to go over.

Final Score Prediction: Saint Louis Billikens 84, George Mason Patriots 72

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