George Mason University's men's basketball team, under head coach Tony Skinn, concluded their season with a 64-57 loss to Saint Joseph's in the A-10 Second Round at the Barclays Center. Despite a slow start and a comeback attempt, the Patriots' season ended with a total of 20 wins, a significant achievement considering it's only the third time in the last 11 seasons.

The Big Picture

The Patriots' performance in the A-10 Second Round marked the end of a promising first season under coach Tony Skinn, highlighting both challenges and achievements in the team's gameplay.

By the Numbers
  • George Mason University ended the season with 20 wins, ranking in the top 5 nationally for first-year head coach-led programs.
  • Baraka Okojie led the Patriots with a career-best 22 points, 16 of which were scored in the second half.
  • Graduate forward Amari Kelly contributed 14 points and tied his career-best with four blocks in his final collegiate game.
  • The Patriots had an edge in points in the paint (38-26) but struggled with 3-pointers, making only 1-of-13 attempts.
Yes, But

Despite the strong performance by individual players like Okojie and Kelly, the team's challenge in converting 3-pointers proved to be a significant factor in the loss against Saint Joseph's.

State of Play
  • George Mason University finished the season with 20 wins, marking a successful campaign under coach Tony Skinn.
  • The team's defeat in the A-10 Second Round highlighted both their strengths, like points in the paint, and areas for improvement, such as 3-point shooting.
Bottom Line

George Mason University men's basketball team ends a promising season with a 64-57 loss to Saint Joseph's, showcasing both individual player achievements and team challenges, setting the stage for future improvements in gameplay.