Arkansas State vs. James Madison Prediction: Can Taryn Todd, Red Wolves Stun Dukes in Sun Belt Tournament?
Arkansas State vs. James Madison Prediction: Can Taryn Todd, Red Wolves Stun Dukes in Sun Belt Tournament?
Was anyone else a little surprised seeing JMU’s spread against Arkansas State shorten throughout the day today? I certainly was, but Arkansas State did just beat Appalachian State, the no. 1 seed in the Sun Belt Tournament. Will the Red Wolves carry their momentum from their upset yesterday into tonight’s matchup with the Dukes? More importantly… will they cover?
Arkansas State vs. James Madison DATE, TIME, AND WHERE TO WATCH
- Date: March 11, 2024
- Game Time: 7:00 pm ET
- Where to Watch: ESPN+
Arkansas State vs. James Madison ODDS
- Spread: Arkansas State +5.5 (-110), James Madison -5.5 (-110)
- Total Odds: O 150.5 (-110), U 150.5 (-110)
- Moneyline Odds: Arkansas State (+190), James Madison (-230)
Arkansas State vs. James Madison Prediction
James Madison is coming off a hard-fought win against Texas State. The Bobcats had a chance to steal that game, but the Dukes held on and advanced. If they play like they did yesterday against Arkansas State tonight, they will not only fail to cover the spread, but the Dukes will lose this game outright to the Red Wolves.
You might not have heard of Arkansas State, but Taryn Todd and the Red Wolves can play. They are currently playing their best basketball of the season, winning eight of their last 10 games. The Red Wolves play a similar style to the Dukes. They like to run a little, and they can shoot the three-ball pretty well.
Arkansas State is actually one of the best offensive rebounding teams in the country. Expect plenty of three-point attempts from any of the Red Wolves on the floor, they can pretty much all shoot it well from deep. I’m sure the Dukes will be nervous with a chance to make the NCAA Tournament for the first time on the line. Don’t be surprised if the Red Wolves catch them sleeping from deep; they’ll have plenty of second chances on the offensive glass as well.
The Red Wolves have nothing to lose, and they almost beat JMU earlier this season with a 51-piece in the second half. They know they can hang with JMU; they’ve done it already this season. Fade the Dukes as they look nervous to close out their first Sun Belt Conference Tournament title. The Red Wolves have nothing to lose and are playing with house money… that’s the team we want our money on.
Arkansas State vs. James Madison Pick
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