James Madison vs Georgia State – Prediction College Basketball Picks 2/28/24

The James Madison Dukes and Georgia State Panthers face off on Wednesday in a college basketball showdown at the Georgia State Convocation Center. Let’s look at the betting matchup and give a James Madison vs Georgia State prediction.

James Madison Continue to Win

James Madison has played well heading into this game and they come into this game with a 26-3 record overall. In the last game against Georgia Southern, James Madison scored 80 points and that was enough for the victory. James Maidson is averaging 84.6 points while their defense is giving up 68.8 points per game. The offense is ranked 9th in the league while the defense is ranked 95th. Terrence Edwards Jr is averaging 17.2 while shooting 42.5 percent from the field. James Madison will take on Coastal Carolina after this one.

James Madison Betting Prediction

• James Madison has won 19 of its last 20 night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Four of James Madison’s last five night games have produced a total of 150 or fewer points.
• James Madison has won the first half in each of its last six night games.

Georgia State Offense Looks to Bounce Back

Georgia State faced off against Texas State in the last game and the offense only scored 59 points on the way to the nine point defeat. Dwon Odom had a strong game putting up 16 points, five rebounds, and five assists, but he was the only really bright spot. Georgia State is averaging 76.3 points while their defense is giving up 73.9 points per game. The offense is ranked 104th in the league. Lucas Taylor is the top player averaging 13.8 points while shooting 40.5 percent from the field. 

Georgia State Betting Prediction

• Georgia State has lost 17 of its last 22 night games against the Sun Belt Conference.
• Each of Georgia State’s last 11 night games against non-AP-ranked opponents at GSU Convocation Center have produced a total of 152 or fewer points.
• Georgia State has lost the first half in 17 of its last 22 night games against Conference opponents.

James Madison vs Georgia State Betting Prediction 

James Madison is going to find success here. James Madison’s offense is averaging 84.6 points and they are going to have no issue running up the score here. Georgia State’s offense isn’t going to be keeping up and it will be James Madison that is going to win this game in blowout fashion. This is a game where James Madison should get close to 90 points. Back the over to cash here with ease. 

Shane Mickle's Pick: Over