Bonnies Edge Patriots in Close Contest
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · PPG Paints Arena
St. Bonaventure Bonnies 63, George Mason Patriots 57, 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?
St. Bonaventure Bonnies beat George Mason Patriots 63-57 at PPG Paints Arena on March 12, 2026.
Who was favored in St. Bonaventure Bonnies vs George Mason Patriots?
George Mason Patriots were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -162 (about 62% implied). The underdog won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the St. Bonaventure Bonnies triumphed over the George Mason Patriots with a final score of 63-57. This victory marks a continuation of St. Bonaventure's recent success against George Mason, having now won all three meetings this season. The game took place at PPG Paints Arena, adding to the intensity of the rivalry between these two teams.
The Patriots entered this game with a home record of 23-9, while the Bonnies had a record of 17-16. In their last ten games, George Mason had a record of 4-6, with a recent streak of one win, averaging 67.7 points scored and allowing 69.8 points per game. Their last five games saw them score an average of 70.4 points while conceding 69.6. In contrast, St. Bonaventure's recent form was less favorable, with a record of 3-7 in their last ten games, but they had managed to secure a win in their most recent outing. The Bonnies averaged 76.8 points scored and allowed 77.3 points per game during this stretch, with their last five games averaging 79.2 points scored and 77.2 points allowed.
At home, George Mason had a record of 3-2 in their last five games, while St. Bonaventure struggled with a 1-3 record in their last five away games. The previous meetings this season saw George Mason winning both encounters before this game, with scores of 71-58 on February 28 and 77-73 on January 31. The Bonnies had not beaten the Patriots since their matchup on January 22, 2025, where they lost 75-62.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but it is crucial to consider how player availability might have impacted the game. The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had George Mason favored by 2.5 points, with a total set at 143.5. The moneyline odds were -162.0 for George Mason and 136.0 for St. Bonaventure, indicating a slight preference for the Patriots despite their recent form.
The game conditions were not detailed in the block, but playing at a neutral venue like PPG Paints Arena typically provides an even playing field for both teams. As the game unfolded, the scoring plays highlighted a back-and-forth battle in the second half, with Cayden Charles and Dasonte Bowen contributing key free throws that helped St. Bonaventure maintain their lead. The Bonnies managed to pull away late in the game, with Frank Mitchell making crucial baskets that secured the victory.
Viewers should have noted the defensive strategies employed by both teams, as well as how the Bonnies adjusted their gameplay after losing to the Patriots earlier in the season. The final score reflects a competitive matchup, showcasing the resilience of St. Bonaventure as they overcame their previous losses to George Mason.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | GMU -2.5 | 143.5 o -105 / u -115 | St. Bonaventure Bonnies +136 · George Mason Patriots -162 |
Leaders
- PointsJahari Long17George Mason Patriots
- AssistsJahari Long2George Mason Patriots
- ReboundsRiley Allenspach10George Mason Patriots
- PointsDasonte Bowen20St. Bonaventure Bonnies
- AssistsDasonte Bowen3St. Bonaventure Bonnies
- ReboundsFrank Mitchell7St. Bonaventure Bonnies
Recent form
George Mason Patriots
Last 10: 4-6Streak W167.7 scored · 69.8 allowed per game3-2 at home
- W86-57vs Saint Louis BillikensMar 7
- L65-70at VCU RamsMar 4
- W71-58vs St. Bonaventure BonniesFeb 28
- 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
St. Bonaventure Bonnies
Last 10: 3-7Streak W176.8 scored · 77.3 allowed per game2-4 away
- W99-80at La Salle ExplorersMar 11
- L63-68vs Davidson WildcatsMar 7
- L82-91at George Washington RevolutionariesMar 5
- L58-71at George Mason PatriotsFeb 28
- 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
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 | 21-51 | 24-57 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 3-11 | 6-24 |
| Three-point % | 27 | 25 |
| Free throws | 18-25 | 3-6 |
| Free throw % | 72 | 50 |
| Rebounds | 32 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 25 |
| Assists | 10 | 6 |
| Steals | 9 | 5 |
| Blocks | 5 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 7 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 12 | 3 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 32 |
| Fouls | 14 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 6 | 11 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 9 | 86 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half22-30Riley Allenspach makes 8-foot hook shot
- 1st Half24-30Darryl Simmons II makes driving layup
- 1st Half24-31Nick Ellington makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half24-32Nick Ellington makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half24-34Masai Troutman makes 6-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half25-34Cayden Charles makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half26-34Cayden Charles makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half28-34Dasonte Bowen makes layup (Darryl Simmons II assists)
- 2nd Half28-36Riley Allenspach makes layup (Jahari Long assists)
- 2nd Half30-36Daniel Egbuniwe makes layup
- 2nd Half30-39Kory Mincy makes 25-foot three point jumper (Masai Troutman assists)
- 2nd Half33-39Daniel Egbuniwe makes 23-foot three point jumper (Frank Mitchell assists)
- 2nd Half33-42Kory Mincy makes 25-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half33-44Nick Ellington makes 2-foot dunk (Masai Troutman assists)
- 2nd Half35-44Cayden Charles makes driving layup (Dasonte Bowen assists)
- 2nd Half37-44Dasonte Bowen makes driving layup (Frank Mitchell assists)
- 2nd Half38-44Dasonte Bowen makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half38-46Kory Mincy makes 16-foot pullup jump shot (Emmanuel Kanga assists)
- 2nd Half41-46Darryl Simmons II makes 23-foot three point jumper (Cayden Charles assists)
- 2nd Half42-46Dasonte Bowen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-46Dasonte Bowen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-46Andrew Osasuyi makes 3-foot alley oop dunk (Darryl Simmons II assists)
- 2nd Half45-48Riley Allenspach makes 7-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half47-48Frank Mitchell makes layup (Andrew Osasuyi assists)
- 2nd Half47-50Emmanuel Kanga makes layup (Jahari Long assists)
- 2nd Half49-50Dasonte Bowen makes driving layup
- 2nd Half49-53Jahari Long makes 25-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half50-53Cayden Charles makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-55Nick Ellington makes layup
- 2nd Half51-55Cayden Charles makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-55Cayden Charles makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-55Dasonte Bowen makes driving layup
- 2nd Half55-55Cayden Charles makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-55Cayden Charles makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-55Dasonte Bowen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-55Dasonte Bowen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-57Kory Mincy makes 9-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half60-57Frank Mitchell makes 6-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half62-57Frank Mitchell makes layup
- 2nd Half63-57Cayden Charles makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours George Mason Patriots, below favours St. Bonaventure Bonnies.
Venue
- PPG Paints ArenaPittsburgh, PA
- Attendance5983
- OfficialsSean Hull, Tony Crisp, Chase Shaw
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