The George Mason University men's basketball team is set to launch a home-and-home series with High Point University starting in the 2026-27 season. The first matchup will take place on December 2, 2026, at the Qubein Center in North Carolina, followed by a game in Fairfax at EagleBank Arena during the 2027-28 season. High Point has achieved significant success recently, including two NCAA Tournament appearances and back-to-back Big South Championships. This will be the inaugural meeting between the two teams in men's basketball history.

By the Numbers
  • High Point has won 87 games over the last three seasons.
  • HPU set a school record with 31 wins last season.
State of Play
  • High Point is 34-2 at home over the past two seasons.
  • George Mason has recorded 70 wins during the same timeframe and is ranked in the top 100 NET consistently.
What's Next

The upcoming series is expected to elevate both programs’ profiles and could impact their scheduling strategies moving forward, aligning them with other competitive teams. Upcoming announcements on 2026-27 game schedules will be made on social media platforms like Instagram, X, and Facebook.

Bottom Line

The series with High Point marks a significant opportunity for George Mason to strengthen its competitive edge and enhance its postseason prospects as they build momentum into the upcoming seasons.