Massachusetts vs George Washington Picks and Prediction – 2/22/2025

On February 22, 2025, the George Washington Revolutionaries will host the Massachusetts Minutemen in an Atlantic 10 Conference matchup at the Charles E. Smith Center in Washington, D.C. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:00 PM ET, with live coverage available on ESPN+. Get in on the action with our free NCAAB picks.

The Minutemen enter the game with a 11-16 overall record and a 6-8 mark in Atlantic 10 play. In their most recent outing, UMass fell to VCU 80-51, a poor performance all around. Guard Rahsool Diggins continues to be a key contributor, averaging 16.9 points per game this season. UMass emphasizes a fast-paced style of play, leading the A-10 with an average of 71.7 possessions per game. Additionally, the Minutemen are strong on the boards, averaging 39.9 rebounds per game, including 13.7 offensive rebounds, and a solid 5.2 blocks per game.

The Revolutionaries come into the matchup with a 17-10 overall record and a 6-8 standing in conference play. They are looking to bounce back from a 79-68 loss to Saint Joseph's. Sophomore guard Trey Autry has been a consistent performer, averaging 10.6 points per game over the last seven contests, with a shooting percentage of 54% from the field and 41% from beyond the arc during that span. Defensively, GW has made significant improvements, currently ranking fifth in the A-10 by limiting opponents to 68.1 points per game. They are also 41st nationally in field goal defense, holding teams to 40.2% shooting, and 21st in three-point defense at 29.0%.

This matchup features two teams vying for better positioning within the Atlantic 10 Conference. UMass's up-tempo offense and strong rebounding presence will challenge GW's improved defense. UMass is a pesky team that can outpace and outrebound a lot of teams in the conference. GW may be the more talented squad, but UMass will do enough to cover. Prediction: GW wins 77-73.