George Mason Secures Historic Win Over No. 16 Dayton

Baraka Okojie's second-half surge propels Patriots to first home victory against a ranked opponent.

Baraka Okojie scored a career-high 19 points in the second half to lead George Mason to a historic 71-67 victory over No. 16 Dayton.
This win marks George Mason's first home victory over a ranked opponent in the program's history.
George Mason's physical defense and free-throw shooting were key to overcoming a 40-29 deficit early in the second half.
DaRon Holmes II scored 26 points for Dayton, but the Flyers struggled to maintain their lead due to George Mason's strong second-half performance.
The victory has significant implications for the A-10 standings, with Dayton falling one-half game behind first-place Loyola Chicago.