No. 5 Duke hosts non-conference foe George Mason at 7:00 p.m. ET looking to avoid a letdown. Will the Blue Devils cover as 19.5-point favorite? Or is there a better bet in tonight’s George Mason vs. Duke matchup?
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
George Mason Patriots (+19.5) at Duke Blue Devils (-19.5); o/u 137
7:00 p.m. ET, Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Cameron Indoor Stadium, Durham, NC
George Mason vs. Duke Public Betting: Bettors Backing Underdog
Our CBB Public Betting Information page indicates that 64% of public bettors are currently backing George Mason when it comes to the spread. This information is subject to change throughout the day, however, so be sure to check the link so you’re receiving the most up-to-date public betting data.
Maluach leads Duke in scoring
Khaman Maluach ended with 17 points (6-7 FG, 5-6 FT) and seven rebounds over 22 minutes during Tuesday’s 72-46 win over UIW. Duke didn’t have to work hard to secure a comfortable 26-point win Tuesday. That said, it’s worth noting that Maluach was the best player on the court for the Blue Devils, even ahead of Cooper Flagg and Tyrese Proctor. The 17-point haul marked a season-high mark for Maluach, who also snapped a streak of five consecutive outings in single digits with this performance.
Evans becomes Duke’s three-point sharpshooter
Isaiah Evans had 14 points (4-6 FG, 2-2 FT, 4-6 3Pt) and an assist across 19 minutes in Tuesday’s 72-46 victory over Incarnate Word. Evans doesn’t always see the most run for Duke despite entering the program with a five-star rating, but the freshman still finds ways to make his presence known. He’s a three-point sharpshooter, knocking down 50 percent of his attempts this season, highlighted by a Dec. 4 upset against Auburn in which he knocked down six treys.
George Mason vs. Duke CBB Betting Trends
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of George Mason’s last 5 games on the road
George Mason is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games on the road
Duke is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Duke’s last 5 games at home
George Mason vs. Duke CBB Prediction:
Take the under. The under cashed in seven out of Duke’s last 10 games. If we shrink that sample size down to the Blue Devils’ last eight games, the under is 7-1. On the other side, the under hit in two out of George Mason’s last three games. I anticipate the Patriots struggling offensively tonight against Duke’s defense.
George Mason vs. Duke College Hoops Prediction: UNDER 137