Preview

FAIRFAX, Va. (Interstat) — The unbeaten George Mason Patriots will look to extend their perfect start to the season when they host the high-scoring Cornell Big Red in a nonconference men’s basketball matchup Tuesday at EagleBank Arena. George Mason (8-0) is off to its best start in years, coming off an 82-66 victory over James Madison on Saturday. The Patriots have relied on a balanced attack, with Kory Mincy (25 points), Riley Allenspach (17 points, 9 rebounds) and Masai Troutman (16 points, 6 rebounds) leading the way in their last outing. Their early schedule has included a solid 74-65 road win at Florida Atlantic. They will face a significant test against a Cornell (5-2) team that boasts one of the nation’s most potent offenses. The Big Red are averaging over 92 points per game and are fresh off a dominant 101-72 road win at Bucknell on Sunday. Cornell’s only losses came in a tight 110-102 season-opener at Kent State and a 76-65 defeat at Illinois State. The game pits George Mason’s unblemished record against a Cornell squad that has proven it can score in bunches, setting the stage for a compelling contrast in styles. Following this game, George Mason will travel to face in-state rival Virginia Tech, while Cornell continues a challenging road trip at Towson.