The James Madison Dukes (15-13, 7-8 Sun Belt) are favored (-1.5) to extend a four-game winning streak when they visit the Georgia State Panthers (10-18, 7-8 Sun Belt) at 3:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at Georgia State Convocation Center. The matchup airs on ESPN+. The matchup has an over/under of 143.5 points.
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James Madison vs. Georgia State betting lines
- James Madison moneyline odds to win: -133
- Georgia State moneyline odds to win: +108
- Spread: James Madison (-1.5)
- Total: 143.5
James Madison statistics, trends and more
As the away team
- James Madison has a worse record against the spread at home (4-8-0) than it does in road games (5-9-0).
- Looking at point totals, the Dukes hit the over less consistently in home games, as they’ve gone over the total four times in 12 opportunities this season (33.3%). In road games, they have hit the over seven times in 14 opportunities (50%).
- At home, James Madison has won more often as a moneyline favorite, producing a record of 6-3 (.667). When playing on the road, it is 1-3 (.250) as a moneyline favorite.
Recent trends
- The Dukes have seen a decrease in scoring lately, putting up 72.6 points per game in their last 10 outings, 1.1 points fewer than the 73.7 they’ve scored this season.
- James Madison has been tougher on the defensive side of the ball as of late, giving up 69.8 points per game over its past 10 outings compared to the 74.3 points per game its opponents average on the 2025-26 season.
- The Dukes’ past 10 outings have seen them make 9.1 three-pointers per game while shooting 36.3% from beyond the arc. Both numbers are up compared to their 2025-26 averages of 9.0 makes and 35.3%.
James Madison betting records this season
- ATS Record: 10-17-0 (Home: 4-8-0; Away: 5-9-0)
- ATS Record When Favored by 1.5+: 3-11-0 (As Favorite: 3-11-0; As Underdog: 7-6-0)
- O-U-P: 12-15-0 (Home: 4-8-0; Away: 7-7-0)
- Record When Moneyline Favorite: 8-6 (Home: 6-3; Away: 1-3)
- Record When Moneyline Underdog: 6-7 (Home: 3-0; Away: 3-7)
| Field Goal % | Opp. Field Goal % | Rebounds | Opp. Rebounds | Assists | Turnovers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44.4 (234th in nation) | 42.8 (100th) | 33.5 (101st) | 31.8 (226th) | 12.9 (261st) | 10.6 (132nd) |
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Georgia State statistics, trends and more
As the home team
- Georgia State has performed better against the spread at home (5-4-0) than on the road (8-7-0) this season.
- In terms of the over/under, Panthers games have finished over more frequently at home (four of nine, 44.4%) than away (six of 15, 40%).
- The Panthers’ winning percentage at home as moneyline underdogs is .667 (4-2), and on the road it is .154 (2-11).
Recent trends
- The Panthers are putting up 70.4 points per game in their last 10 games, which is 0.1 more than their average for the season (70.3).
- Over its previous 10 games, Georgia State is allowing 72.3 points per game, compared to its season average of 73.9 points allowed.
- The Panthers are sinking 8.8 threes per game with a 34.0% three-point percentage in their last 10 games, compared to their season averages of 8.6 and 32.2%.
Georgia State betting records this season
- ATS Record: 13-13-0 (Home: 5-4-0; Away: 8-7-0)
- ATS Record When Underdog by 1.5+: 10-10-0 (As Favorite: 3-3-0; As Underdog: 10-10-0)
- O-U-P: 10-16-0 (Home: 4-5-0; Away: 6-9-0)
- Record When Moneyline Favorite: 2-3 (Home: 1-2; Away: 1-1)
- Record When Moneyline Underdog: 6-15 (Home: 4-2; Away: 2-11)
| Field Goal % | Opp. Field Goal % | Rebounds | Opp. Rebounds | Assists | Turnovers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37.8 (365th in nation) | 43.2 (120th) | 31.8 (201st) | 35.6 (353rd) | 11.9 (316th) | 10.1 (80th) |
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