1996–97 George Mason Patriots men's basketball team

The 1996–97 George Mason Patriots Men's basketball team represented George Mason University during the 1996–97 NCAA Division I men's basketball season. This was the 31st season for the program, the fourth and final under head coach Paul Westhead. The Patriots played their home games at the Patriot Center in Fairfax, Virginia.

Honors and awards
Colonial Athletic Association All-Conference Team
 * Nate Langley

Colonial Athletic Association All-Rookie Team
 * Ahmad Dorsett

Colonial Athletic Association All-Defensive Team
 * Nate Langley

Schedule and results
!colspan=12 style=| Non-conference regular season

!colspan=12 style=|CAA regular season

!colspan=12 style=|1997 CAA tournament