Fordham vs George Washington Picks and Prediction – 3/13/2025

The Fordham Rams and George Washington Revolutionaries meet in the second round of the Atlantic 10 Championship. Fordham is coming off an impressive 88-71 win over Rhode Island, snapping a four-game losing streak. One of those losses was an 81-58 home defeat to George Washington, a game where the Rams struggled on both ends of the floor. The Revolutionaries enter this matchup with momentum, winning four of the last five, including a 71-60 victory over La Salle. Finishing 9-9 in conference play, they’ve been much more consistent than Fordham, which finished just 3-15 in A-10 play. Slam dunk your bets with our College Basketball picks.

Fordham has struggled all season with defensive breakdowns, allowing 77.9 points per game while scoring 73.6. Jackie Johnson III is the offensive leader, averaging 18.6 points per game on 43.0% shooting, but the team lacks consistent secondary scoring. 

Japhet Medor leads with 4.1 assists per game, while Romad Dean is the top rebounder at 5.7 per contest. The Rams’ 42.1% field goal percentage is a problem, especially when matched up against a more efficient George Washington team. The defense has been exposed repeatedly, and with no strong inside presence, they’ve struggled to protect the paint.

George Washington has been more well-rounded, allowing just 67.0 points per game while scoring 73.5. Rafael Castro leads the team in multiple categories, averaging 13.9 points, 9.3 rebounds, and 1.4 blocks per game, making him a dominant presence in the paint. 

The Revolutionaries shoot 44.5% from the field and create 9.1 steals per game, making them one of the better defensive teams in the A-10. Christian Jones adds 2.6 assists and 1.7 steals per game, while the team’s ability to control tempo and force turnovers has been key to success.

George Washington completely controlled Fordham in the last meeting, winning by 23 on the road. Fordham’s defensive struggles, particularly in the paint, will be an issue again as Castro should dominate inside. The Revolutionaries’ ability to force turnovers and limit opponents’ scoring opportunities gives them a clear advantage. Fordham’s inefficient offense and lack of rebounding will be exposed, making it hard for them to stay competitive. Final Score Prediction: George Washington wins 79-65.