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Friday, November 17
Harrisonburg, Va.
7 p.m.
James Madison University
vs
Radford
#24 JMU Hosts Radford in Ranked Debut on Friday
11/16/2023 11:46:00 AM | Men's Basketball
James Madison Dukes (3-0, 0-0 SBC) vs. Radford Highlanders (2-2, 0-0 Big South)
    Nov. 17, 2023 - 7:00 p.m.
Harrisonburg, Va. - Atlantic Union Bank Center
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    Nov. 17, 2023 - 7:00 p.m.
Harrisonburg, Va. - Atlantic Union Bank Center
Game Links
 Live Stats · ESPN+ Broadcast  · Audio Broadcast
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HARRISONBURG, Va.– The James Madison men's basketball team is set to make history on Friday, hosting Radford for their first game as a ranked team in the program's history. The matchup tips off at 7 p.m. at the Atlantic Union Bank Center.
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Ranked and Ready
- After an impressive start to the season with a 3-0 record, JMU earned the 24th spot in the Associated Press weekly Top 25 poll. This milestone marks the first-ever appearance for the Dukes on the list. The team's early success is fueled by notable victories against #4 Michigan State and Kent State on the road, and Howard at home.
- Terrence Edwards Jr., a redshirt junior, gained national recognition on Tuesday as he was awarded Player of the Week by the Associated Press, the United States Basketball Writers Association, the Sun Belt Conference, and the Lou Henson Award. He is the first player in league history to receive either the AP Player of the Week or the United States Basketball Writers Association Player of the Week.
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Radford's Challenge
- Radford (3-1) comes to Harrisonburg after a 73-50 loss against VCU on Wednesday, looking to rebound from a recent setback. Head Coach Darris Nichols leads the Highlanders, who finished second in the Big South Conference last year (21-15, 12-6 Big South) and participated in the World University Basketball Series in Tokyo this summer, which he says enhanced their team chemistry.
- Key players D'Qwinc Smith and Brian Antoine, both preseason First Team All-Big South picks, add depth to Radford's lineup. Antoine's heroics against Marshall last Friday showcased his ability to impact crucial moments. He converted a four-point play with time winding down for a thrilling 66-62 Radford win.
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Historically Speaking
- This game marks the 20th meeting between JMU and Radford. In the 19 previous meetings, the Dukes hold a commanding 15-4 advantage, boasting a solid 10-1 record at home. The matchup favors JMU, with the team averaging 73.6 points against Radford, while the Highlanders have averaged 68.8 against the Dukes.Â
- JMU also has a 38-12 record against current Big South members, including Radford. The Dukes aim to extend their dominance.
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What's at Stake?
- This game is part of the Cancun Challenge, and is a crucial home game before JMU heads to Mexico on Sunday.
- Adding to the excitement, College GameDay will also be on campus, creating an unforgettable weekend for Dukes fans in Harrisonburg.
- JMU and Radford play at 7 p.m. on Friday with full game coverage available via the ESPN+ broadcast with Steve Buckhantz, Curt Dudley Cory Spector.
- Dave Riggert will host the radio broadcast (92.1 FM / 550 AM), which is also available on the Varsity Network App.
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