RPI breakdown of George Mason's non-conference opponents

George Mason officially released their non-conference schedule for the 2012-2013 season. Almost all of which we knew about already, except for Boston University, which appears to have been the last opponent added. It looks as though last season's Bracketbuster opponent, Lamar, won't be on the schedule this season for the return game. Maybe it's because they are choosing to play it during the 2013-2014 season or maybe because the CAA isn't participating in the event anymore, so there won't be a return game.

This is one the program's most impressive non-conference slate in years. It's a good mix of BCS programs, winnable games, and other competitive mid-majors. Let's also not forget that a win against Mercer in the Paradise Jam could lead to New Mexico and other good RPI opponents. Speaking of the Paradise Jam tournament, SI.com's Andy Glockner seems to like George Mason's chances.

Below is a breakdown of the final RPI for each opponent over the last three seasons: