Coastal Carolina Edges James Madison in Close Contest
Friday, February 27, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Atlantic Union Bank Center
Coastal Carolina Chanticleers 69, James Madison Dukes 68, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Coastal Carolina Chanticleers vs James Madison Dukes?
Coastal Carolina Chanticleers beat James Madison Dukes 69-68 at Atlantic Union Bank Center on February 27, 2026.
Who was favored in Coastal Carolina Chanticleers vs James Madison Dukes?
James Madison Dukes were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -278 (about 74% implied). The underdog won.
In a thrilling matchup, the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers narrowly defeated the James Madison Dukes with a final score of 69-68. This game, held at the Atlantic Union Bank Center, showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, particularly as they faced off for the second time in just over a week. The Chanticleers have now won all three meetings against the Dukes this season, solidifying their dominance in this rivalry.
James Madison entered the game with a strong home record of 17-14 and was riding a six-game winning streak, having averaged 73.3 points per game while allowing 66.2 points over their last ten games. Their recent form included notable victories, such as an 82-66 win against Georgia Southern and an 80-65 win over Georgia State. The Dukes' last five games saw them winning all five, scoring an average of 75.8 points and allowing 66.6 points. However, they faced a tough challenge against Coastal Carolina, who came into the game with a 19-12 record and a recent form of 7-3, including a two-game winning streak.
Coastal Carolina's performance on the road has been commendable, with a record of 4-2 at home and 3-1 away in their last ten games. They averaged 73.7 points while allowing 70.8 points during this stretch. Their last five games featured a scoring average of 76.6 points, highlighting their offensive capabilities. In their previous encounter just days before this game, the Dukes edged the Chanticleers 67-65, making this rematch particularly significant as both teams aimed to assert their dominance.
The game was tightly contested throughout, with both teams exchanging leads multiple times. Key moments included Joshua Beadle's driving layup that put Coastal Carolina ahead 67-66, followed by Gabe Newhof's layup that gave James Madison a brief lead at 68-67. However, Beadle's 18-foot jumper sealed the victory for the Chanticleers, bringing the final score to 69-68.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing from either team, which meant both squads were at full strength for this critical matchup. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had James Madison favored by 6.5 points, with a total set at 141.5. The odds reflected the Dukes' strong home performance and recent winning streak, but the Chanticleers proved to be a formidable opponent.
The game conditions were conducive to an exciting atmosphere, with both teams displaying high energy and determination. Fans witnessed a back-and-forth battle that kept them on the edge of their seats until the final buzzer. Viewers should have noted the strategic plays and key contributions from players like Beadle, who made critical shots in the closing moments of the game.
Overall, this fixture was a testament to the competitive nature of NCAAB basketball, showcasing the intensity and skill of both the James Madison Dukes and the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers. The close scoreline and the significance of the rivalry made it a must-watch event for fans of college basketball.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | JMU -6.5 | 141.5 o -112 / u -108 | Coastal Carolina Chanticleers +225 · James Madison Dukes -278 |
Leaders
- PointsCliff Davis25James Madison Dukes
- AssistsKose Egbule3James Madison Dukes
- ReboundsJustin McBride7James Madison Dukes
- PointsJoshua Beadle29Coastal Carolina Chanticleers
- AssistsAJ Dancler3Coastal Carolina Chanticleers
- ReboundsNadjrick Peat10Coastal Carolina Chanticleers
Recent form
James Madison Dukes
Last 10: 8-2Streak W673.3 scored · 66.2 allowed per game5-1 at home
- W82-66vs Georgia Southern EaglesFeb 26
- W80-65at Georgia State PanthersFeb 21
- W67-65at Coastal Carolina ChanticleersFeb 19
- W69-58vs App State MountaineersFeb 14
- W81-79vs Georgia State PanthersFeb 13
- W73-71vs Toledo RocketsFeb 7
- L61-64vs Louisiana Ragin' CajunsFeb 5
- L65-73at Southern Miss Golden EaglesJan 31
- W73-64at Troy TrojansJan 30
- W82-57vs Texas State BobcatsJan 24
Coastal Carolina Chanticleers
Last 10: 7-3Streak W273.7 scored · 70.8 allowed per game3-1 away
- W76-71at Georgia State PanthersFeb 25
- W79-75vs Marshall Thundering HerdFeb 21
- L65-67vs James Madison DukesFeb 19
- W69-65at Louisiana Ragin' CajunsFeb 13
- W94-91vs Massachusetts MinutemenFeb 7
- L66-70vs Arkansas State Red WolvesFeb 5
- W83-79at UL Monroe WarhawksFeb 1
- L48-53at South Alabama JaguarsJan 30
- W85-67vs Southern Miss Golden EaglesJan 24
- W72-70vs Texas State BobcatsJan 23
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Troy | 22-12 | - | 12-6 |
| South Alabama | 21-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Arkansas State | 20-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Texas State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Marshall | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Coastal Carolina | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| App State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| James Madison | 18-15 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Southern Miss | 19-16 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Georgia Southern | 21-16 | 4 | 8-10 |
| Old Dominion | 12-21 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Louisiana | 11-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Georgia State | 10-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| UL Monroe | 4-28 | 11 | 1-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Coastal Carolina Chanticleers | James Madison Dukes |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-59 | 23-58 |
| Field goal % | 42 | 40 |
| Three-pointers | 6-22 | 8-23 |
| Three-point % | 27 | 35 |
| Free throws | 13-15 | 14-21 |
| Free throw % | 87 | 67 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 25 |
| Assists | 7 | 9 |
| Steals | 5 | 4 |
| Blocks | 3 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 7 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 24 |
| Fouls | 16 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 6 | 7 |
| Lead changes | 11 | 11 |
| Time in front | 31 | 58 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half33-39Justin McBride makes 7-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half34-39Nadjrick Peat makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half35-39Nadjrick Peat makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half35-42Cliff Davis makes 25-foot three point jumper (Bradley Douglas assists)
- 2nd Half37-42Rasheed Jones makes driving layup
- 2nd Half38-42Joshua Beadle makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-42Joshua Beadle makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half39-43Eddie Ricks III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-44Preston Fowler makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-44AJ Dancler makes layup
- 2nd Half43-44Joshua Beadle makes driving layup
- 2nd Half45-44AJ Dancler makes driving layup
- 2nd Half48-44Joshua Beadle makes 23-foot three point jumper (AJ Dancler assists)
- 2nd Half50-44Joshua Beadle makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-46Cliff Davis makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half50-47Cliff Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-48Cliff Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-50Justin McBride makes 9-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half51-50AJ Dancler makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half52-50AJ Dancler makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half53-50AJ Dancler makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half53-51Justin McBride makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-51AJ Dancler makes driving layup
- 2nd Half55-52Christian Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-53Christian Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-53Rasheed Jones makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-56Cliff Davis makes 28-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half58-56Joshua Beadle makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-56Joshua Beadle makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-57Cliff Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-58Cliff Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-58Nadjrick Peat makes layup
- 2nd Half63-58Joshua Beadle makes layup
- 2nd Half63-61Justin McBride makes 27-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half63-63Gabe Newhof makes layup (Preston Fowler assists)
- 2nd Half65-63Nadjrick Peat makes 3-foot dunk (AJ Dancler assists)
- 2nd Half65-66Cliff Davis makes 26-foot three point jumper (Kose Egbule assists)
- 2nd Half67-66Joshua Beadle makes driving layup
- 2nd Half67-68Gabe Newhof makes layup
- 2nd Half69-68Joshua Beadle makes 18-foot jumper
Win probability
Above the line favours James Madison Dukes, below favours Coastal Carolina Chanticleers.
Venue
- Atlantic Union Bank CenterHarrisonburg, VA
- Attendance4042
- OfficialsAndrew Casas, Nick Nadeau, Tim Fitzgerald
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