George Washington Dominates Maine in Season Opener
Monday, November 3, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Charles E. Smith Center
George Washington Revolutionaries 67, Maine Black Bears 47, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Maine Black Bears vs George Washington Revolutionaries?
George Washington Revolutionaries beat Maine Black Bears 67-47 at Charles E. Smith Center on November 3, 2025.
The George Washington Revolutionaries secured a commanding victory over the Maine Black Bears, finishing the game with a score of 67 to 47. This matchup was notable as it marked the season opener for both teams, with George Washington coming off a win in their last game and Maine looking to bounce back after a loss in their previous outing.
George Washington entered the game with a home record of 1-0 and a recent form of 6-4 over their last ten games, although they were on a one-game losing streak. The Revolutionaries averaged 71.2 points scored per game while allowing 68.6 points, indicating a competitive edge in their scoring ability. Their last five games reflected a slightly higher scoring average of 72.4 points, with an average of 71.2 points allowed, showcasing their offensive potential.
On the other hand, Maine faced the game with an away record of 0-1 and a mixed recent form of 5-5 in their last ten games, also on a one-game losing streak. The Black Bears averaged 67.5 points scored and allowed 66.6 points per game, demonstrating a tighter scoring margin. Their last five games showed an average of 66.2 points scored and 67.0 points allowed, indicating they were struggling to find their offensive rhythm.
The game took place at the Charles E. Smith Center, a venue where George Washington has historically performed well. The conditions were suitable for basketball, and the home crowd was eager to support their team in this season opener.
In terms of previous meetings, there were no specific details provided in the block about past encounters between the two teams, but the current form and home advantage suggested that George Washington would be favored in this matchup.
Injury reports were not mentioned in the block, so both teams appeared to be at full strength for this contest.
The betting market had priced George Washington with a home win probability of 1.0, indicating a strong expectation for their victory. This was reflected in their performance, as they maintained control throughout the game.
As the game unfolded, George Washington's offense was led by key plays in the second half, including a series of scoring plays that extended their lead. Notable moments included Tyrone Marshall Jr. contributing significantly with multiple layups and free throws, while Christian Jones also made impactful plays. Maine struggled to keep pace, ultimately falling short as they could not capitalize on their scoring opportunities.
Overall, George Washington's performance showcased their readiness for the season, while Maine will need to regroup and address their scoring issues moving forward.
Leaders
- PointsLuke Hunger15George Washington Revolutionaries
- AssistsLuke Hunger3George Washington Revolutionaries
- ReboundsTyrone Marshall Jr.12George Washington Revolutionaries
- PointsTJ Biel13Maine Black Bears
- AssistsRyan Mabrey2Maine Black Bears
- ReboundsTJ Biel7Maine Black Bears
Recent form
George Washington Revolutionaries
Last 10: 6-4Streak L171.2 scored · 68.6 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L65-80at George Mason PatriotsMar 14
- W88-81vs Fordham RamsMar 13
- W81-58at Fordham RamsMar 6
- W71-60vs La Salle ExplorersMar 1
- L57-77at Loyola Chicago RamblersFeb 27
- W74-52vs Massachusetts MinutemenFeb 22
- L68-79vs Saint Joseph's HawksFeb 20
- W74-67at Davidson WildcatsFeb 15
- L72-80vs VCU RamsFeb 13
- W62-52at St. Bonaventure BonniesFeb 9
Maine Black Bears
Last 10: 5-5Streak L167.5 scored · 66.6 allowed per game2-3 away
- L59-79at Bryant BulldogsMar 15
- W57-42at Vermont CatamountsMar 11
- W72-64vs UMass Lowell River HawksMar 8
- W71-70vs UMass Lowell River HawksMar 4
- L72-80vs Bryant BulldogsMar 1
- W73-66at New Hampshire WildcatsFeb 28
- L69-71at Binghamton BearcatsFeb 22
- L68-79at UAlbany Great DanesFeb 20
- L61-65vs Vermont CatamountsFeb 15
- W73-50vs UMBC RetrieversFeb 8
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| UMBC | 24-9 | - | 14-2 |
| Vermont | 22-12 | 2 | 12-4 |
| NJIT | 16-17 | 4 | 10-6 |
| UMass Lowell | 15-18 | 5 | 9-7 |
| UAlbany | 11-21 | 7 | 7-9 |
| Maine | 8-24 | 8 | 6-10 |
| New Hampshire | 9-21 | 9 | 5-11 |
| Bryant | 9-22 | 9 | 5-11 |
| Binghamton | 8-23 | 10 | 4-12 |
| 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 | Maine Black Bears | George Washington Revolutionaries |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 16-51 | 27-59 |
| Field goal % | 31 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 5-22 | 2-20 |
| Three-point % | 23 | 10 |
| Free throws | 10-12 | 11-17 |
| Free throw % | 83 | 65 |
| Rebounds | 23 | 46 |
| Offensive rebounds | 5 | 16 |
| Defensive rebounds | 18 | 30 |
| Assists | 8 | 12 |
| Steals | 10 | 9 |
| Blocks | 3 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 16 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 16 |
| Fast-break points | 0 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 18 | 48 |
| Fouls | 16 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 20 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half16-25Luke Hunger made Free Throw.
- 1st Half16-27Bubu Benjamin made Layup. Assisted by Tyrone Marshall Jr..
- 1st Half17-27Mekhi Gray made Free Throw.
- 1st Half18-27Mekhi Gray made Free Throw.
- 1st Half20-27TJ Biel made Jumper.
- 1st Half20-29Christian Jones made Layup.
- 1st Half23-29Mekhi Gray made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Yanis Bamba.
- 1st Half25-29Ace Flagg made Layup.
- 2nd Half25-31Christian Jones made Layup.
- 2nd Half25-32Christian Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half25-35Bubu Benjamin made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Rafael Castro.
- 2nd Half28-35Ryan Mabrey made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half31-35TJ Biel made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ryan Mabrey.
- 2nd Half33-35TJ Biel made Layup. Assisted by Ryan Mabrey.
- 2nd Half35-35Ace Flagg made Layup. Assisted by Bashir N'Galang.
- 2nd Half35-38Tre Dinkins made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half35-40Tyrone Marshall Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Luke Hunger.
- 2nd Half37-40Caleb Crawford made Layup.
- 2nd Half38-40Ace Flagg made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half39-40Ace Flagg made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half39-42Luke Hunger made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half39-44Christian Jones made Layup.
- 2nd Half39-45Tyrone Marshall Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half39-46Tyrone Marshall Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half39-48Luke Hunger made Layup. Assisted by Christian Jones.
- 2nd Half39-50Bubu Benjamin made Layup. Assisted by Jean Aranguren.
- 2nd Half41-50TJ Biel made Jumper. Assisted by Bashir N'Galang.
- 2nd Half41-52Rafael Castro made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half41-54Bubu Benjamin made Jumper.
- 2nd Half44-54Mekhi Gray made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ace Flagg.
- 2nd Half44-56Rafael Castro made Dunk. Assisted by Trey Autry.
- 2nd Half46-56TJ Biel made Jumper.
- 2nd Half46-57Christian Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-59Tyrone Marshall Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Trey Autry.
- 2nd Half47-59Keelan Steele made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-60Rafael Castro made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-62Trey Autry made Layup. Assisted by Luke Hunger.
- 2nd Half47-63Tyrone Marshall Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-65Tyrone Marshall Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half47-67Christian Jones made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours George Washington Revolutionaries, below favours Maine Black Bears.
Venue
- Charles E. Smith CenterWashington, DC
- Attendance2043
- OfficialsRobert Riley, Adam James, Jarrett Robinson
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