Marquette Triumphs Over George Mason with Late Surge

In a spirited game at the Al McGuire Center, Marquette pulled away in the final minutes to secure an 82-63 victory against George Mason.

David Joplin led Marquette with 27 points and 10 rebounds, while Kam Jones contributed 24 points and eight assists.
The game was held in front of an all-student crowd at Marquette's on-campus arena, creating an energetic atmosphere.
Marquette started strong with a 13-0 lead but faced a resilient George Mason team that briefly led at halftime.
A key turning point came when Marquette regained the lead at 52-51 with a dunk by Chase Ross, sparking a decisive run.
George Mason struggled with turnovers, committing 19, which Marquette capitalized on for a 22-8 advantage in points off turnovers.