NCAAB · Final

George Mason Triumphs Over St. Bonaventure 71-58

Saturday, February 28, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · EagleBank Arena

George Mason Patriots 71, St. Bonaventure Bonnies 58, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won St. Bonaventure Bonnies vs George Mason Patriots?

George Mason Patriots beat St. Bonaventure Bonnies 71-58 at EagleBank Arena on February 28, 2026.

Who was favored in St. Bonaventure Bonnies vs George Mason Patriots?

George Mason Patriots were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -185 (about 65% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive matchup, the George Mason Patriots defeated the St. Bonaventure Bonnies with a final score of 71-58. This victory marked the Patriots' continued dominance over the Bonnies, extending their head-to-head record to 2-0 for the current season, following their earlier win on January 31, 2026, where they triumphed 77-73. The game took place at the EagleBank Arena, a venue known for its competitive atmosphere.

The Patriots entered the game with a home record of 22-7, but their recent form had been less than stellar, with a record of 4-6 over their last ten games and currently on a four-game losing streak. They averaged 64.9 points scored and 70.3 points allowed during this stretch. In their last five games, they scored an average of 62.6 points while allowing 73.8, showing a need for improvement on both ends of the court.

Conversely, the Bonnies had a record of 15-14 and were coming off a win, having won their last game against the Rhode Island Rams 94-76. Their recent form showed a record of 4-6 in the last ten games, with an average of 77.2 points scored and 78.6 points allowed. In their last five games, they averaged 79.2 points scored while allowing 78.2, indicating a high-scoring trend despite their mixed results.

At home, George Mason had a record of 3-2 in their last five games, while St. Bonaventure struggled with a 2-4 record away from home. This disparity in home and away performance contributed to the expectations surrounding the game, with the Patriots favored by 3.5 points according to DraftKings, which also set the total points at 146.5, with over odds at -105.0 and under odds at -115.0.

The game was characterized by a series of scoring plays that showcased the Patriots' offensive capabilities. Key moments included a 26-foot three-point jumper by Riley Allenspach, which pushed the score to 71-51 in favor of George Mason. The Patriots maintained control throughout the game, with their defense limiting the Bonnies to just 58 points.

In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details that could have influenced the game's outcome. However, both teams had been dealing with their respective challenges throughout the season, impacting their performance.

Conditions during the game were typical for a late February evening, conducive for basketball, with fans filling the stands to support their teams. The atmosphere at EagleBank Arena was electric, as the home crowd rallied behind the Patriots, who needed a morale boost after their recent struggles.

As the game progressed, viewers were treated to a display of skill from both teams, but it was George Mason's ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities and tighten their defense that ultimately secured their victory. The Patriots' win probability was solid at 1.0 by the end of the game, reflecting their dominance in the matchup.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	GMU -3.5	146.5 o -105 / u -115	St. Bonaventure Bonnies +154 · George Mason Patriots -185

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Leaders

PointsRiley Allenspach21George Mason Patriots
AssistsJahari Long7George Mason Patriots
ReboundsRiley Allenspach6George Mason Patriots
PointsDasonte Bowen16St. Bonaventure Bonnies
AssistsDarryl Simmons II5St. Bonaventure Bonnies
ReboundsFrank Mitchell16St. Bonaventure Bonnies

Recent form

George Mason Patriots

Last 10: 4-6Streak L464.9 scored · 70.3 allowed per game3-2 at home

L63-81at Saint Joseph's HawksFeb 26
L67-82vs Dayton FlyersFeb 19
L53-72at George Washington RevolutionariesFeb 14
L70-82at Richmond SpidersFeb 11
W60-52vs Saint Joseph's HawksFeb 7
L65-71vs Duquesne DukesFeb 5
W77-73at St. Bonaventure BonniesJan 31
W60-52vs Davidson WildcatsJan 29
L65-74at Rhode Island RamsJan 24
W69-64vs George Washington RevolutionariesJan 19

St. Bonaventure Bonnies

Last 10: 4-6Streak W177.2 scored · 78.6 allowed per game2-2 away

W94-76vs Rhode Island RamsFeb 26
L94-99at Richmond SpidersFeb 21
L65-71vs Saint Joseph's HawksFeb 19
L73-78vs Duquesne DukesFeb 14
W70-67at Fordham RamsFeb 7
L70-72at Dayton FlyersFeb 4
L73-77vs George Mason PatriotsJan 31
W87-79at Duquesne DukesJan 29
L62-97vs Saint Louis BillikensJan 23
W84-70vs Loyola Chicago RamblersJan 21

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
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	St. Bonaventure Bonnies	George Mason Patriots
Field goals	24-64	26-54
Field goal %	38	48
Three-pointers	7-19	12-28
Three-point %	37	43
Free throws	3-9	7-11
Free throw %	33	64
Rebounds	41	34
Offensive rebounds	17	8
Defensive rebounds	24	26
Assists	14	18
Steals	6	4
Blocks	4	3
Turnovers	8	8
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	4	3
Fast-break points	9	11
Points in the paint	32	24
Fouls	13	11
Largest lead	0	20
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	0	98

How the scoring went

1st Half20-28Dasonte Bowen makes layup (Frank Mitchell assists)
1st Half20-31Masai Troutman makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jahari Long assists)
1st Half20-34Jahari Long makes 24-foot three point jumper
1st Half22-34Frank Mitchell makes 6-foot turnaround jump shot (Darryl Simmons II assists)
1st Half22-36Jahari Long makes 16-foot jumper
1st Half25-36Darryl Simmons II makes 26-foot three point jumper (Dasonte Bowen assists)
1st Half25-38Riley Allenspach makes 0-foot tip in layup
1st Half27-38Frank Mitchell makes layup (Joe Grahovac assists)
1st Half27-39Masai Troutman makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half30-39Daniel Egbuniwe makes 24-foot three point jumper (Darryl Simmons II assists)
2nd Half31-39Cayden Charles makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half34-39Darryl Simmons II makes 25-foot three point jumper (Dasonte Bowen assists)
2nd Half34-42Jahari Long makes 24-foot three point jumper
2nd Half34-44Riley Allenspach makes layup
2nd Half34-47Masai Troutman makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jahari Long assists)
2nd Half37-47Joe Grahovac makes 24-foot three point jumper (Cayden Charles assists)
2nd Half37-49Masai Troutman makes 18-foot step back jumpshot
2nd Half39-49Frank Mitchell makes 0-foot tip in dunk
2nd Half39-51Stas Sivka makes layup (Jahari Long assists)
2nd Half41-51Darryl Simmons II makes 7-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half41-52Masai Troutman makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half41-53Masai Troutman makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half41-56Masai Troutman makes 24-foot three point jumper (Emmanuel Kanga assists)
2nd Half41-58Masai Troutman makes driving layup
2nd Half43-58Achille Lonati makes driving layup
2nd Half43-60Stas Sivka makes layup (Jahari Long assists)
2nd Half45-60Frank Mitchell makes layup
2nd Half45-62Riley Allenspach makes layup (Jahari Long assists)
2nd Half47-62Dasonte Bowen makes layup (Darryl Simmons II assists)
2nd Half49-62Frank Mitchell makes layup (Joe Grahovac assists)
2nd Half49-63Nick Ellington makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half49-64Nick Ellington makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half49-66Masai Troutman makes 2-foot dunk (Stas Sivka assists)
2nd Half51-66Dasonte Bowen makes 9-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half51-68Riley Allenspach makes layup (Kory Mincy assists)
2nd Half51-71Riley Allenspach makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jahari Long assists)
2nd Half53-71Dasonte Bowen makes driving layup
2nd Half54-71Dasonte Bowen makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half56-71Andrew Osasuyi makes layup (Darryl Simmons II assists)
2nd Half58-71Andrew Osasuyi makes 0-foot tip in layup

Win probability

Above the line favours George Mason Patriots, below favours St. Bonaventure Bonnies.