2007–08 George Mason Patriots men's basketball team  The 2007–08 George Mason Patriots men's basketball team began their 42nd season of collegiate play on November 9, 2007 at the Patriot Center versus Vermont. George Mason won the 2008 CAA tournament and advanced to the 2008 NCAA tournament. The Patriots were awarded a #12 seed, but lost in the first round to Notre Dame. "First Team All-CAA"  "Second Team All-CAA"  "CAA All-Defensive Team"  "CAA Player of the Week"  "CAA Rookie of the Week"  !colspan=10| Regular Season  !colspan=10| 2008 CAA Men's Basketball Tournament  !colspan=10| 2008 NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Tournament  The following is a list of players signed for the 2008–09 season: