George Mason Tops Loyola Maryland in Close Contest
Sunday, December 21, 2025, 2:00 PM ET · EagleBank Arena
George Mason Patriots 86, Loyola Maryland Greyhounds 79, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Loyola Maryland Greyhounds vs George Mason Patriots?
George Mason Patriots beat Loyola Maryland Greyhounds 86-79 at EagleBank Arena on December 21, 2025.
Who was favored in Loyola Maryland Greyhounds vs George Mason Patriots?
George Mason Patriots were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -10000 (about 99% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the George Mason Patriots defeated the Loyola Maryland Greyhounds 86-79 at the EagleBank Arena. This victory marks a continuation of George Mason's strong performance this season, bringing their home record to 11-1, while Loyola Maryland falls to 4-9 overall.
George Mason has been in impressive form, winning 9 of their last 10 games, with their most recent victory against Old Dominion Monarchs on December 13, where they won 73-61. They have averaged 80.4 points per game while allowing 66.8 in this stretch, showcasing their offensive capabilities and solid defense. At home, they have remained undefeated with a perfect record of 7-0, further emphasizing their dominance on their home court.
In contrast, Loyola Maryland has struggled recently, losing their last three games and holding a record of 3-7 over their last 10. Their last outing resulted in a loss to Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers, where they fell 73-81. The Greyhounds have averaged 75.4 points scored but have allowed 78.9 points per game, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. Their away record stands at 1-5, highlighting their difficulties when playing outside of their home venue.
The matchup also featured notable scoring plays in the second half. Kory Mincy was instrumental for George Mason, making several key free throws that helped secure their lead. His contributions at the free-throw line were crucial as the game drew to a close. Additionally, Braeden Speed made a driving layup that kept the pressure on Loyola Maryland, while Jahari Long added to the score with free throws that capped off the Patriots' scoring.
The betting market reflected George Mason's strong position, with DraftKings listing them as 23.5-point favorites, indicating a significant expectation of their dominance in this matchup. The total points were set at 146.5, suggesting a high-scoring game was anticipated.
The game conditions were favorable for both teams, with no significant injuries reported that would impact the performance of key players. This allowed both squads to field their best lineups, contributing to the competitive nature of the game.
Overall, this fixture highlighted George Mason's ability to perform under pressure while exposing some of the weaknesses in Loyola Maryland's defense. Fans watching were treated to an exciting game that showcased strong individual performances, particularly from George Mason's Kory Mincy, who played a pivotal role in the final moments.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | GMU -23.5 | 146.5 o -105 / u -115 | Loyola Maryland Greyhounds +3000 · George Mason Patriots -10000 |
Leaders
- PointsKory Mincy26George Mason Patriots
- AssistsKory Mincy4George Mason Patriots
- ReboundsRiley Allenspach7George Mason Patriots
- PointsBraeden Speed24Loyola Maryland Greyhounds
- AssistsBraeden Speed6Loyola Maryland Greyhounds
- ReboundsJacob Theodosiou5Loyola Maryland Greyhounds
Recent form
George Mason Patriots
Last 10: 9-1Streak W180.4 scored · 66.8 allowed per game7-0 at home
- W73-61vs Old Dominion MonarchsDec 13
- L62-73at Virginia Tech HokiesDec 6
- W99-81vs Cornell Big RedDec 3
- W82-66vs James Madison DukesNov 29
- W74-65at Florida Atlantic OwlsNov 26
- W92-69at Ohio BobcatsNov 24
- W79-57vs Jacksonville DolphinsNov 19
- W61-44vs New Hampshire WildcatsNov 15
- W86-62vs Catawba IndiansNov 12
- W96-90vs Winthrop EaglesNov 8
Loyola Maryland Greyhounds
Last 10: 3-7Streak L375.4 scored · 78.9 allowed per game1-5 away
- L73-81vs Mount St. Mary's MountaineersDec 13
- L70-86at VMI KeydetsDec 9
- L71-93at Hampton PiratesDec 4
- W95-84vs Coppin State EaglesNov 30
- W101-51vs Washington Maryland ShoremenNov 25
- L46-88at Kentucky WildcatsNov 22
- L78-92at Duquesne DukesNov 20
- L82-85at Fairfield StagsNov 16
- W74-63at Stonehill SkyhawksNov 15
- L64-66vs NJIT HighlandersNov 12
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Navy | 26-8 | - | 17-1 |
| Colgate | 18-15 | 6 | 11-7 |
| Lehigh | 18-17 | 6 | 11-7 |
| Boston University | 17-17 | 7 | 10-8 |
| American University | 16-16 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Loyola Maryland | 12-20 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Lafayette | 11-21 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Bucknell | 10-23 | 11 | 6-12 |
| Army | 11-21 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Holy Cross | 11-22 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Saint Louis | 29-6 | - | 15-3 |
| VCU | 28-8 | - | 15-3 |
| Saint Joseph's | 24-12 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Dayton | 25-12 | 3 | 12-6 |
| George Mason | 23-10 | 4 | 11-7 |
| Davidson | 20-14 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Duquesne | 18-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| George Washington | 19-16 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Fordham | 17-15 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Rhode Island | 16-16 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Richmond | 15-17 | 10 | 5-13 |
| La Salle | 9-23 | 10 | 5-13 |
| St. Bonaventure | 17-17 | 11 | 4-14 |
| Loyola Chicago | 9-24 | 11 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Loyola Maryland Greyhounds | George Mason Patriots |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-61 | 27-56 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 13-29 | 5-19 |
| Three-point % | 45 | 26 |
| Free throws | 14-17 | 27-34 |
| Free throw % | 82 | 79 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 25 |
| Assists | 16 | 12 |
| Steals | 5 | 4 |
| Blocks | 4 | 9 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 15 |
| Points in the paint | 18 | 36 |
| Fouls | 29 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 8 | 7 |
| Lead changes | 12 | 12 |
| Time in front | 48 | 44 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half52-48Braeden Speed makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jacob Theodosiou assists)
- 2nd Half52-50Malik Presley makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Kory Mincy assists)
- 2nd Half52-52Jahari Long makes driving layup (Masai Troutman assists)
- 2nd Half53-52Jordan Stiemke makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half54-52Jordan Stiemke makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half55-52Jordan Stiemke makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half55-55Masai Troutman makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kory Mincy assists)
- 2nd Half55-57Malik Presley makes driving layup
- 2nd Half55-58Masai Troutman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-58Braeden Speed makes 28-foot three point jumper (Tyson Commander assists)
- 2nd Half58-61Jahari Long makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half60-61Braeden Speed makes 11-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half60-63Riley Allenspach makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half60-65Jahari Long makes layup
- 2nd Half62-65Braeden Speed makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half62-66Masai Troutman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-67Masai Troutman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-67Braeden Speed makes driving layup
- 2nd Half64-69Jahari Long makes 10-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half64-71Kory Mincy makes 17-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half66-71Emmett Adair makes layup (Jacob Theodosiou assists)
- 2nd Half66-73Jahari Long makes layup
- 2nd Half69-73Emmett Adair makes 27-foot three point jumper (Braeden Speed assists)
- 2nd Half69-75Kory Mincy makes 17-foot jumper
- 2nd Half70-75Emmett Adair makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-75Emmett Adair makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-76Stas Sivka makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-77Stas Sivka makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-77Jacob Theodosiou makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half74-78Kory Mincy makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-79Kory Mincy makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-79Jacob Theodosiou makes 30-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half77-80Kory Mincy makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-81Kory Mincy makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-82Kory Mincy makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-83Kory Mincy makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-84Kory Mincy makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-84Braeden Speed makes driving layup
- 2nd Half79-85Jahari Long makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-86Jahari Long makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours George Mason Patriots, below favours Loyola Maryland Greyhounds.
Venue
- EagleBank ArenaFairfax, VA
- Attendance2721
- OfficialsSean Hull, Anthony Eades, Chase Shaw
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