James Madison Dukes Look to Keep Winning Streak Alive as They Face Off with Bulldogs in Championship Game of Cancun Challenge
The James Madison Dukes and Fresno State Bulldogs are set to face off in the Championship game of the Riviera division of the Cancun Challenge on Wednesday. The Dukes have a
Game outlook
The James Madison Dukes and Fresno State Bulldogs are set to face off in the Championship game of the Riviera division of the Cancun Challenge on Wednesday. The Dukes have a 5-0 record and won the semifinal matchup against the Southern Illinois Salukis 82-76 to advance to the title game, while the Bulldogs tallied an 81-76 overtime victory against New Mexico State to secure their place in the Championship. James Madison is the betting favorite with an opening line of -1.5, and the current line is -4.5.
Game Info
When: Wednesday, 11/22/2023 @ 8:30pm EST
Where: Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya Stadium Betting Odds Moneyline: Dukes -205 | Bulldogs +175
Spread: Dukes -4.5 (-110) | Bulldogs +4.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 147 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that James Madison will win straight-up is 67%.
James Madison Dukes
James Madison continued its offensive success with an 82-76 victory over Southern Illinois on Tuesday. Led by Terrence Edwards, who had 24 points, six rebounds, and five assists, and TJ Bickerstaff, who had 19 points and seven rebounds, the Dukes shot 52.5% overall and 38.5% from three-point range. James Madison recorded 31 rebounds, nine of them on offense, and swatted away five shots to limit the Salukis to 44.9% shooting overall and 14 turnovers. This impressive performance resulted in nine points fewer than the Dukes were allowing previously this season.