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The upcoming NIT matchup between the George Mason Patriots and the Liberty Flames promises to be a compelling clash as both teams seek to advance. Scheduled for March 17, 2026, at George Mason’s home court, this contest will showcase two squads that are evenly matched in recent form, each winning 2 of their last 5 games.
The Patriots have demonstrated resilience at home, benefiting from strong support at their venue. They have shown tactical adaptability throughout the season, leveraging home-court advantage to maintain competitiveness. Meanwhile, the Flames have been battling inconsistencies but remain capable of explosive performances, making them a formidable opponent.
Betting lines currently favor George Mason with odds set at 1.47, indicating confidence in their ability to secure victory. Our model suggests a 64.1% probability for a home win, with a predicted final score of 74-69. This aligns with their slightly better recent form and home strength. However, Liberty’s potential for upset should not be overlooked, particularly if they can execute their game plan effectively. Fans can expect an engaging contest where tactical execution and moment-to-moment adjustments will be crucial for both teams.
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| George Mason 65.1% |
Liberty 34.9% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 74:69
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Betting Odds
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1.45 | 2.62 | ||
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1.4 | 2.75 |
Latest Results
| 12.03.26 George Mason Patriots basketball – St. Bonaventure Bonnies basketball – 57:63 07.03.26 George Mason Patriots basketball – St. Louis Billikens basketball – 86:57 03.03.26 Virginia Commonwealth Rams basketball – George Mason Patriots basketball – 70:65 28.02.26 George Mason Patriots basketball – St. Bonaventure Bonnies basketball – 71:58 25.02.26 Saint Josephs Hawks basketball – George Mason Patriots basketball – 81:63 |
11.03.26 Liberty Flames basketball – Missouri State Bears basketball – 69:77 07.03.26 Liberty Flames basketball – Sam Houston State Bearkats basketball – 79:72 05.03.26 Liberty Flames basketball – Louisiana Tech Bulldogs basketball – 71:76 28.02.26 Jacksonville State Gamecocks basketball – Liberty Flames basketball – 78:81 26.02.26 Kennesaw State Owls basketball – Liberty Flames basketball – 74:65 |
Facts
Standings
Draw
2025
1/16-finals
| 1 | SMU Mustangs | Northern Iowa | 73 : 63 |
| 2 | Oklahoma State | Wichita State | 89 : 79 |
| 3 | Arkansas State | St. Louis Billikens | 103 : 78 |
| 4 | North Texas | Furman | 75 : 64 |
| 5 | UC Irvine | Northern Colorado | 82 : 72 |
| 6 | Georgia Tech | Jacksonville State | 64 : 81 |
| 7 | Saint Josephs Hawks | UAB | 65 : 69 |
| 8 | Santa Clara | UC Riverside | 101 : 62 |
| 9 | Dayton | Florida Atlantic | 86 : 79 |
| 10 | Middle Tenn. St. | Chattanooga Mocs | 103 : 109 |
| 11 | Bradley | North Alabama | 71 : 62 |
| 12 | George Mason | Samford | 86 : 69 |
| 13 | San Francisco | Utah Valley State | 79 : 70 |
| 14 | San Jose State | Loyola Chicago | 70 : 73 |
| 15 | St. Bonaventure | Kent State | 56 : 75 |
| 16 | Stanford | CS Northridge | 87 : 70 |
1/8-finals
| 1 | SMU Mustangs | Oklahoma State | 83 : 85 |
| 2 | Arkansas State | North Texas | 63 : 65 |
| 3 | UC Irvine | Jacksonville State | 66 : 61 |
| 4 | UAB | Santa Clara | 88 : 84 |
| 5 | Dayton | Chattanooga Mocs | 72 : 87 |
| 6 | Bradley | George Mason | 75 : 67 |
| 7 | San Francisco | Loyola Chicago | 76 : 77 |
| 8 | Kent State | Stanford | 77 : 75 |
Quarter-finals
| 1 | Oklahoma State | North Texas | 59 : 61 |
| 2 | UC Irvine | UAB | 81 : 77 |
| 3 | Chattanooga Mocs | Bradley | 67 : 65 |
| 4 | Loyola Chicago | Kent State | 72 : 62 |
Semi-finals
| 1 | North Texas | UC Irvine | 67 : 69 |
| 2 | Chattanooga Mocs | Loyola Chicago | 80 : 73 |
Final
| 1 | UC Irvine | Chattanooga Mocs | 84 : 85 |
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