- Matchup: George Washington Colonials vs Richmond Spiders
- Scheduled Date: Wednesday, December 31, 2025
- Venue: Robins Center, Richmond, VA
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The George Washington Colonials (9-4) are set to face off against the Richmond Spiders (10-2) at the Robins Center this Wednesday.
In their most recent game, the George Washington Colonials defeated St. Mary’s with a decisive 97-40 scoreline. The Colonials showcased impressive shooting, finishing with a field goal percentage of 52.1% (37 of 71) and hitting 12 of their 30 attempts from beyond the arc. They successfully converted 11 of 15 free throw attempts for a conversion rate of 73.3%. On the boards, they secured 49 rebounds, including 12 offensive rebounds, and tallied 23 assists, while pressuring the opposition into 21 turnovers and recording 14 steals. Defensively, George Washington held St. Mary’s to just 25.4% shooting (15 of 59). St. Mary’s managed only 9 assists and 10 steals, with a total of 25 rebounds (3 offensive, 22 defensive) and no blocks. At the free throw line, St. Mary’s shot 77.8%, making 7 out of 9 attempts, and struggled from three-point range by converting only 3 of 18 shots. The Colonials committed 15 fouls, while St. Mary’s had 13.
Rafael Castro stood out as a key player for George Washington, finishing with 14 points on 6 of 10 shooting—60.0% accuracy—though he did not record any assists. He played 16 minutes and grabbed 9 rebounds.
With a season record of 9-4, George Washington is turning the ball over an average of 13.0 times per game and committing 18.4 fouls per game. The Colonials are collecting 39.2 rebounds per game and have amassed a total of 213 assists this season, ranking 72nd in Division 1 basketball for passing efficiency. They are shooting 35.5% from three-point land (119 of 335) and maintaining a free throw percentage of 73.3%. Averaging 87.6 points per game, they are currently 38th in Division 1, while their overall shooting percentage stands at 48.7%.
On defense, the Colonials are forcing 14.1 turnovers per game while accumulating 19.1 personal fouls. They currently rank 282nd in Division 1 in terms of assists allowed, with 191 surrendered this season. The Colonials are giving up a field goal percentage of 43.4% (335 of 772) and allowing an average of 31.3 rebounds per game. Opponents are shooting 30.4% from three-point range, and the Colonials sit at 180th in points allowed per game (72.8).
In their last outing, the Richmond Spiders secured an 80-56 victory over The Citadel. Richmond collected a total of 30 rebounds (23 defensive, 7 offensive) and committed 8 turnovers, while achieving 9 steals during the game. The Citadel committed 16 fouls, which translated into 19 free throw attempts for Richmond, who converted 13 for a percentage of 68.4%. They made 9 of their 30 three-point attempts (30.0%) and finished with a shooting percentage of 51.8%, hitting 29 of 56 shots. Defensively, Richmond allowed The Citadel to shoot 40.0% (22 of 55) and allowed 26 total rebounds (7 offensive).
Jaden Daughtry was a crucial player for the Spiders, shooting 7 of 9 for a striking 77.8% and finishing with 17 points, 2 rebounds, and 1 assist in just 17 minutes of play.
Richmond boasts a season record of 10-2. The Spiders average 18.8 personal fouls per game and hold a free throw shooting percentage of 73.9%. They assist teammates 16.1 times per game (ranked 103rd nationally) and are turning the ball over an average of 11.6 times. Richmond has scored a total of 1,006 points this season, averaging 83.8 points per game while collecting an average of 38.4 rebounds. Offensively, they are shooting at a rate of 47.5% from the floor, positioned 98th in Division 1.
Defensively, Richmond concedes 30.0% on three-pointers (96 of 320) and their opponents are converting 67.2% of free throw attempts. They allow 10.6 assists and 33.9 rebounds per game, ranking 28th and 155th respectively in those defensive categories. The Spiders rank 103rd in college basketball for points allowed per game, surrendering 70.0, while they force 14.0 turnovers per game and have allowed opponents to shoot 41.6% from the floor, ranking 96th nationally.
Which team will emerge victorious in tonight’s NCAA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Back Richmond
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