- Matchup: George Washington Colonials vs La Salle Explorers
- Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2026
- Venue: John Glaser Arena, Philadelphia, PA
- Television: ESPN+
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The La Salle Explorers (8-19) are set to face off against the George Washington Colonials (15-12) at John Glaser Arena this coming Tuesday.
In their previous game, the George Washington Colonials suffered a defeat against VCU, ending with a score of 89-75. George Washington recorded a field goal percentage of 42.6%, making 26 of 61 attempts, and 12 out of 34 from beyond the arc. At the charity stripe, they successfully converted 11 out of 17 free throws, resulting in a percentage of 64.7%. They gathered a total of 30 rebounds, including 11 offensive ones, and provided 11 assists. The Colonials committed 7 turnovers while also securing 4 steals. On defense, they allowed their opponents to shoot 51.9%, as VCU made 27 of 52 shots. VCU tallied 17 assists and secured 9 steals, collecting 29 rebounds (6 offensive) but did not register any blocks. Notably, they made 74.3% of their free throws, hitting 26 of 35 attempts and 9 of 23 from three-point range. In personal fouls, George Washington ended with 21, while VCU had 15.
Luke Hunger was a standout player, achieving a shooting percentage of 50.0%. He not only contributed 24 points on 7 of 14 shooting but also secured 10 rebounds and distributed 2 assists over 37 minutes of play.
George Washington enters this game with a record of 15-12 for the season. They average 12.6 turnovers per game and commit approximately 18.0 personal fouls. As a collective, the Colonials secure an average of 37.8 rebounds per game and have dished out 423 assists this year, placing them 105th in Division 1 for assists. Their success rate from three-point range stands at 35.7% (275 of 771), with a free throw percentage of 73.4%. They average 82.9 points per game, ranking 49th nationally, while shooting 46.8% from the field.
Defensively, the Colonials force an average of 12.7 turnovers per game while committing 17.0 personal fouls. They restrict opponents to 32.5% shooting from three-point range and rank 179th in the nation in points allowed per game at 73.6. The Colonials allow a field goal percentage of 44.4% (698 out of 1,573 attempts) and average 32.0 rebounds per game, positioned 284th in Division 1 for assists surrendered with 412.
In their previous outing, the La Salle Explorers clinched a victory against Rhode Island, finishing with a score of 59-46. The Explorers tallied 29 defensive rebounds alongside 14 offensive rebounds, totaling 43 boards for the game. They committed 13 turnovers while securing 3 steals against Rhode Island, who committed 22 personal fouls, sending the Explorers to the line for 31 attempts. They converted 21 of those shots for a free throw success rate of 67.7%. In three-point shooting, La Salle connected on 6 of 16 attempts (37.5%) and recorded a field goal percentage of 30.8% on 16 of 52 shooting. Defensively, they held Rhode Island to 29.1% shooting (16 of 55) and restricted their three-point attempts to 11.1% (2 of 18). The Explorers converted 12 out of 20 free throws (60.0%). As for rebounding, La Salle permitted Rhode Island to collect 31 boards (10 on the offensive end).
Rob Dockery was instrumental for La Salle, contributing 19 points in 28 minutes of play without recording an assist. He shot 33.3% (3 of 9) and claimed 15 rebounds.
La Salle’s season record stands at 8-19. Offensively, they shoot 40.9% from the field, ranking 345th nationally. With a total of 1,764 points this season (averaging 65.3 per game), they secure 35.6 rebounds per game. Their assist average is 13.1 per game (ranking 249th in the country), and they commit 12.5 turnovers each outing. The Explorers are averaging 16.2 personal fouls per game and maintain a free throw percentage of 70.7%.
On the defensive end, La Salle concedes 35.2% of three-point attempts (230 of 654), while opponents are hitting 68.6% of their free throws. They allow an average of 15.7 assists and 34.2 rebounds per game, ranking 323rd and 171st respectively. In points allowed per game, the Explorers rank 112th nationally at 71.3. They create 11.5 turnovers from opponents, conceding 45.1% shooting from the field (245th in Division 1).
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NCAA matchup against the spread?
Pick: Choose George Washington
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