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James Madison Falls 59-55 Against Appalachian State - Game Recap
Appalachian State got 15 points from Myles Tate as they ran past James Madison 59-55 on Saturday at Atlantic Union Bank Center.
Bettors who backed Appalachian State were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +7.0 at sportsbooks.
Justin Abson had 12 points for Appalachian State and Tre'Von Spillers chipped in with 8 points. Myles Tate had 4 assists for them, while Tre'Von Spillers was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.
James Madison got a 19-point performance from Terrence Edwards Jr., who was supported by 10 points from Xavier Brown. Terrence Edwards Jr. had 4 assists in a losing cause for James Madison, while T.J. Bickerstaff grabbed 7 rebounds.
Appalachian State led at halftime, 30-26.
Appalachian State had a 38-26 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Appalachian State heads into a battle against Georgia State. James Madison, meanwhile, will have their next action against Louisiana-Monroe.