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George Mason Patriots vs UMass Minutemen Recap - George Mason Wins 68-63

George Mason got 22 points from Justin Kier en route to a 68-63 victory over UMass on Wednesday at Mullins Center.

George Mason was a +2.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

George Mason got 19 points from Javon Greene and another 12 points from Otis Livingston II. Jarred Reuter contributed 5 assists, while Justin Kier cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.

UMass got a 11-point performance from Carl Pierre, who was supported by 11 points from Rashaan Holloway. Luwane Pipkins had 5 assists in a losing cause for UMass, while Rashaan Holloway grabbed 11 rebounds.

George Mason led at halftime, 23-22.

UMass had a 39-31 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

George Mason heads into a battle against Fordham. UMass, meanwhile, will have their next action against VCU.