FAIRFAX, Va. (Interstat) — Alex Williams scored 25 points Wednesday night to lead Duquesne to a 71-65 Atlantic 10 road upset over George Mason at EagleBank Arena.

The Dukes built a 33-27 halftime lead and held off a second-half push by the Patriots. Duquesne’s defense forced 15 turnovers, converting them into 25 points, and outscored George Mason 16-8 from the free-throw line.

Riley Allenspach led George Mason with 18 points. The Patriots, who entered the game with a 20-3 record, shot just 53% from the foul line. Duquesne improved to 13-10. Attendance was 3,108.