PHILADELPHIA (Interstat) — A pivotal Atlantic 10 rematch awaits Wednesday night as the George Mason Patriots visit the Saint Joseph’s Hawks at Hagan Arena. The Patriots (21-6), who sit near the top of the conference standings, aim to steady themselves after back-to-back losses to Dayton and George Washington. Their previous meeting with Saint Joseph’s on Feb. 7 resulted in a 60-52 home victory. Guard Jahari Long starred in that win, scoring 20 points, and remains a key figure. He is averaging 13.9 points over his last seven games. The Hawks (17-10), however, enter on a two-game winning streak, including a 75-61 victory over Loyola Chicago on Saturday. Forward Dasear Haskins powered that win with 23 points and six rebounds, showcasing the form that makes him Saint Joseph’s most consistent offensive threat. He will be central to the Hawks’ attempt to avenge their earlier loss and bolster their postseason résumé. While George Mason boasts the superior record, its recent road form is a concern, with consecutive double-digit losses at Richmond and George Washington. Saint Joseph’s has won four of its last five at Hagan Arena. The matchup hinges on backcourt execution versus frontcourt strength. Long’s playmaking for George Mason will be tested by a Hawks defense that held Loyola Chicago to 61 points. Conversely, the Patriots must contain Haskins and Jaiden Glover, who combined for 46 points in the Hawks’ last outing. Tipoff is set for 7 p.m. EST Wednesday. George Mason visits VCU on March 3, while Saint Joseph’s travels to Rhode Island on Saturday.