The George Washington Revolutionaries will play against the Utah Valley Wolverines in the NIT Tournament. The game will take place at the UCCU Center in Orem, Utah. Fans can watch the game on ESPN+ on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 8:00 PM ET.
George Washington comes into this game with an 18-15 record for the regular season. In their conference, the Atlantic 10, they went 9-11. Recently, they lost to Saint Louis by 7 points and to Loyola Chicago by 6 points. They did win against Fordham by 4 points.
Utah Valley finished their regular season with a 25-8 record. In the Western Athletic Conference, they had a 15-5 record. They recently lost to California Baptist by 2 points but won against UT Arlington by 2 points. They also had a high-scoring win against Utah Tech, winning by 3 points.
Utah Valley Preview
The Utah Valley Wolverines play in the Western Athletic Conference. In the 2026 regular season, they had a strong record of 25-8 overall. Their conference record was 15-5. They performed well at home and in their conference games.
In their recent games, the Wolverines had mixed results. They lost to California Baptist by 2 points, with a score of 61-63. Jackson Holcombe scored 18 points in that game. They also won against UT Arlington by 2 points, with a score of 67-65. Trevan Leonhardt contributed 12 points in that win.
The team has some notable stats this season. They average 80.2 points per game, ranking 94th. Their field goal percentage is 50.3, placing them 9th. They also average 18.4 assists per game, which is 9th in the rankings. However, their free throw percentage is lower, at 69.2, ranking 361st.
Key players have made significant contributions. Jackson Holcombe averages 15.6 points and 7.1 rebounds per game. Trevan Leonhardt averages 12.1 points and 5.5 rebounds per game. Isaac Davis also adds 11 points per game. These players help lead the team in scoring and rebounding.
George Washington Preview
The George Washington Revolutionaries play in the Atlantic 10 conference. In the 2026 regular season, they had an overall record of 18-15. Their conference record was 9-11. They faced a tough postseason game against Boise State, losing 59-89.
In recent games, the Revolutionaries had mixed results. They lost to Saint Louis 81-88. Tyrone Marshall Jr. scored 14 points and grabbed 13 rebounds in that game. They won against Fordham 66-62, with Christian Jones scoring 20 points. They also lost to Loyola Chicago 62-68.
The team scored an average of 82.1 points per game, ranking 60th. They attempted 60.8 field goals per game with a shooting percentage of 46.7. Their 3-point shooting was 35.2%, making 10.0 per game. On defense, they averaged 7.5 steals and 3.5 blocks per game.
Rafael Castro was a key player, averaging 15.4 points and 8.8 rebounds per game. Christian Jones contributed 10.0 points and 3.7 assists per game. Trey Autry also played well, scoring 10.8 points per game. The team had a straight-up record of 21-12 in the 2025 season.
Statistical Breakdown for Utah Valley vs George Washington
This game could be shaped by the offensive strengths of both teams. Utah Valley Wolverines have a high field goal percentage, while George Washington Revolutionaries score more points per game. The Wolverines excel in assists, and the Revolutionaries have a strong 3-point game. Both teams have areas to improve, like free throw percentages and turnovers.
- Utah Valley Points Per Game: 80.2 (94th)
- Utah Valley Field Goal Percentage: 50.3% (9th)
- Utah Valley Assists Per Game: 18.4 (9th)
- Utah Valley Free Throw Percentage: 69.2% (361st)
- George Washington Points Per Game: 82.1 (60th)
- George Washington 3PT Made Per Game: 10.0 (57th)
- George Washington Free Throw Percentage: 71.8% (273rd)
- George Washington Turnovers Per Game: 12.5 (590th)
Betting Insights
The George Washington Revolutionaries and Utah Valley Wolverines are set for an exciting game. Both teams have shown strong performances in recent games. Bettors will find valuable insights in the trends from last season. Here are the top betting trends to consider:
- Utah Valley is 90.0% SU as a favorite, with an 18-2 record.
- George Washington is 78.9% SU as a favorite, with a 15-4 record.
- Utah Valley has a 57.6% ATS record for all games, going 19-12-2.
- George Washington has a 53.8% ATS record as an underdog, with a 7-6 record.
- Utah Valley’s O/U record for all games is 51.6%, with a 16-15 record.
Free Betting Prediction for Utah Valley vs George Washington
The Utah Valley Wolverines have a slight edge in this game. Their strong home performance and high field goal percentage make them tough to beat. Jackson Holcombe and Trevan Leonhardt are key players who can lead the team to victory. Their ability to score and assist will be crucial in this game.
George Washington Revolutionaries have a strong offense, scoring more points per game than Utah Valley. They also have a solid 3-point shooting game. Rafael Castro and Christian Jones will need to perform well for the Revolutionaries to win. Their defense will also play a big role in stopping Utah Valley’s offense.
In this close game, Utah Valley’s home advantage and efficient shooting may give them the win. The Wolverines’ ability to assist and score consistently could be the deciding factor. George Washington will put up a strong fight, but Utah Valley is likely to come out on top.
- Our Free Prediction: Utah Valley -1.5
