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George Mason Downs Dayton 74-69 - Match Report

George Mason grabbed a 74-69 win over Dayton on Saturday, behind a 22-point effort from Ronald Polite III at University of Dayton Arena.

George Mason won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the +11.0-point spread as underdogs.

DeVon Cooper had 16 points for George Mason and Josh Oduro chipped in with 12 points. Ronald Polite III had 6 assists for them, while DeVon Cooper was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 5 boards.

Dayton got a 34-point performance from DaRon Holmes II, who was supported by 9 points from Koby Brea. Malachi Smith had 5 assists in a losing cause for Dayton, while Toumani Camara grabbed 6 rebounds.

George Mason was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

George Mason won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 21-19.

George Mason looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Fordham. Dayton will aim to get back on the winning track vs. La Salle.