Haynes' 25 help George Mason knock off UNC Asheville 74-52

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UNC Asheville Bulldogs vs. George Mason Patriots: Game Highlights

UNC Asheville Bulldogs vs. George Mason Patriots: Game Highlights

Dec 3, 2024, 10:08 pm

FAIRFAX, Va. -- — Jalen Haynes scored 25 points as George Mason beat UNC Asheville 74-52 on Tuesday night.

Haynes had 10 rebounds for the Patriots (6-3). Woody Newton scored 11 points and added five rebounds. Giovanni Emejuru had 10 points and shot 2 of 3 from the field and 6 for 9 from the line.

Jordan Marsh led the Bulldogs (3-4) in scoring, finishing with 16 points and two steals. Toyaz Solomon added 13 points and two steals for UNC Asheville.

George Mason took the lead with 8:49 remaining in the first half and did not relinquish it. The score was 34-26 at halftime, with Haynes racking up 14 points. George Mason pulled away with an 8-0 run in the second half to extend a 14-point lead to 22 points. They outscored UNC Asheville by 14 points in the final half, as Haynes led the way with a team-high 11 second-half points.

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Both teams next play Saturday. George Mason hosts Tulane and UNC Asheville plays Saint Andrews (NC) at home.

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