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James Madison Dukes vs Michigan State Spartans Recap - James Madison Wins 79-76
James Madison got 21 points and 1 assists from T.J. Bickerstaff en route to a 79-76 victory over Michigan State on Monday at Jack Breslin Student Events Center.
Bettors who backed James Madison were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +16.5 at sportsbooks.
T.J. Bickerstaff had 21 points for James Madison and Michael Green III chipped in with 13 points. Michael Green III had 3 assists for them, while T.J. Bickerstaff was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 14 boards.
Michigan State got a 35-point performance from Tyson Walker, who was supported by 14 points from Coen Carr. Tre Holloman had 3 assists in a losing cause for Michigan State, while Jaden Akins grabbed 11 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed James Madison were victorious, as the score was 37-34 at the break.
James Madison won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 45-43.
James Madison looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Kent State. Michigan State will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Southern Indiana.