George Mason tops UMBC 82-54 behind Efeosa Oliogu-Elabor's 17 points
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 3, 2026, 2:26 AM
Last updated Nov 3, 2026
Efeosa Oliogu-Elabor scored 17 points as George Mason secured an 82-54 victory over UMBC on November 2. The Patriots maintained control throughout the game, taking the lead early and finishing strong with a 21-2 run in the second half. Elijah Jones contributed 13 points and eight rebounds, while Makhai Valentine added 12 points. Aidan Able led UMBC with 13 points. George Mason improves to 1-0 this season, while UMBC falls to 0-1. The Patriots next face Coppin State at home on November 5, with UMBC visiting Marist on November 4.
- •George Mason improves to 1-0 this season.
- •UMBC starts with a record of 0-1.
- •Oliogu-Elabor adds six rebounds to his 17 points.
- •Jones contributes 13 points and eight rebounds.
- •Next games: George Mason vs. Coppin State; UMBC at Marist.
- 2:26 AMYahoo Sports — Oliogu-Elabor puts up 17 as George Mason beats UMBC 82-54
"(AP) — Efeosa Oliogu-Elabor’s 17 points helped George Mason defeat UMBC 82-54 on Monday.Oliogu-Elabor added six rebounds for the Patriots (1-0).
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