Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns Edge James Madison Dukes 64-61
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Atlantic Union Bank Center
Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns 64, James Madison Dukes 61, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns vs James Madison Dukes?
Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns beat James Madison Dukes 64-61 at Atlantic Union Bank Center on February 4, 2026.
Who was favored in Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns vs James Madison Dukes?
James Madison Dukes were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -485 (about 83% implied). The underdog won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns defeated the James Madison Dukes 64-61 at the Atlantic Union Bank Center on February 5, 2026. This victory marked a significant moment for the Ragin' Cajuns, who improved their record to 9-16, while the Dukes fell to 11-14. The game showcased a back-and-forth battle, highlighted by crucial scoring plays in the second half that ultimately tipped the balance in favor of Louisiana.
The Ragin' Cajuns entered the game with a record of 8-16, having gone 5-5 in their last ten games. They were on a two-game winning streak, with their most recent victory being a 69-60 win against the Georgia Southern Eagles on January 31, 2026. Louisiana's scoring average over their last ten games was 66.5 points, while they allowed an average of 67.9 points. Their away record stood at 1-2 in their last three road games prior to this matchup.
In contrast, the Dukes had struggled recently, holding a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, with a current losing streak of one game. Their last outing resulted in a 65-73 loss to the Southern Miss Golden Eagles on January 31, 2026. James Madison averaged 72.6 points scored and 75.3 points allowed over their last ten games. They had a home record of 2-2 in their last four games at the Atlantic Union Bank Center.
The market had priced the Dukes as 9.5-point favorites according to DraftKings, with a total set at 132.5 for the game. The spread indicated that the Dukes were expected to win comfortably, but the Ragin' Cajuns had other plans as they executed their game strategy effectively.
In terms of scoring, the second half was particularly intense. The Ragin' Cajuns took the lead late in the game, with key contributions from several players. Cliff Davis made a layup to put Louisiana ahead 56-55. De'Vion Lavergne followed with an 11-foot step-back jumpshot, extending the lead to 58-55. Eddie Ricks III then made a pair of free throws, narrowing the gap to 58-57. The Dukes managed to tie the game at 61-61 with a tip-in layup from Ricks, but Dorian Finister's 25-foot three-point jumper, assisted by Jaxon Olvera, sealed the victory for Louisiana at 64-61.
The game featured a competitive atmosphere, with both teams demonstrating resilience and determination. The Dukes had a chance to reclaim the lead, but they were unable to capitalize on their opportunities in the closing moments. The Ragin' Cajuns' defense proved pivotal in maintaining their slim advantage as the clock wound down.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams were expected to compete at full strength. The conditions in the Atlantic Union Bank Center were conducive to an exciting basketball matchup, with fans in attendance supporting their teams.
Overall, this game was a testament to the unpredictable nature of college basketball, where momentum can shift quickly and every possession counts. The Ragin' Cajuns' ability to execute down the stretch and their defensive efforts ultimately led them to a hard-fought victory over the Dukes.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | JMU -9.5 | 132.5 o -105 / u -115 | Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns +370 · James Madison Dukes -485 |
Leaders
- PointsCliff Davis12James Madison Dukes
- AssistsKose Egbule4James Madison Dukes
- ReboundsEli Wilborn8James Madison Dukes
- PointsDorian Finister18Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns
- AssistsJaxon Olvera4Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns
- ReboundsTodd Jones Jr.8Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns
Recent form
James Madison Dukes
Last 10: 4-6Streak L172.6 scored · 75.3 allowed per game2-2 at home
- L65-73at Southern Miss Golden EaglesJan 31
- W73-64at Troy TrojansJan 30
- W82-57vs Texas State BobcatsJan 24
- L83-90vs South Alabama JaguarsJan 23
- L72-77at Marshall Thundering HerdJan 17
- L65-80at App State MountaineersJan 15
- W70-69vs Old Dominion MonarchsJan 10
- L64-66vs Marshall Thundering HerdJan 8
- W78-74at Arkansas State Red WolvesJan 3
- L74-103at Arkansas RazorbacksDec 30
Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns
Last 10: 5-5Streak W266.5 scored · 67.9 allowed per game1-2 away
- W69-60vs Georgia Southern EaglesJan 31
- W82-72vs Georgia State PanthersJan 30
- L58-72at App State MountaineersJan 22
- W59-56at South Alabama JaguarsJan 17
- L54-59at Texas State BobcatsJan 15
- L70-90vs Troy TrojansJan 10
- W85-79vs UL Monroe WarhawksJan 9
- L67-74vs Southern Miss Golden EaglesJan 3
- L58-63vs South Alabama JaguarsDec 31
- W63-54vs Norfolk State SpartansDec 28
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 | Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns | James Madison Dukes |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-59 | 23-48 |
| Field goal % | 39 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 10-25 | 7-20 |
| Three-point % | 40 | 35 |
| Free throws | 8-9 | 8-19 |
| Free throw % | 89 | 42 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 34 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 23 |
| Assists | 11 | 13 |
| Steals | 4 | 4 |
| Blocks | 1 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 8 |
| Points in the paint | 18 | 32 |
| Fouls | 19 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 11 | 5 |
| Lead changes | 9 | 9 |
| Time in front | 56 | 28 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half24-24Dorian Finister makes driving layup
- 1st Half24-27Kose Egbule makes 26-foot three point jumper (Cliff Davis assists)
- 1st Half24-29Eli Wilborn makes layup (Cliff Davis assists)
- 1st Half27-29Dariyus Woodson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jaxon Olvera assists)
- 1st Half27-32Cliff Davis makes 25-foot three point jumper (Eddie Ricks III assists)
- 1st Half29-32Dorian Finister makes 8-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half31-32De'Vion Lavergne makes driving layup
- 2nd Half32-32Jaxon Olvera makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half33-32Jaxon Olvera makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half36-32De'Vion Lavergne makes 25-foot three point jumper (Dorian Finister assists)
- 2nd Half36-33Gabe Newhof makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half38-33Dorian Finister makes 9-foot jumper
- 2nd Half39-33Dorian Finister makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half41-33Todd Jones Jr. makes layup (Dorian Finister assists)
- 2nd Half44-33Dariyus Woodson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Mike Collins assists)
- 2nd Half44-35Bradley Douglas makes layup
- 2nd Half44-37Justin Taylor makes layup (Bradley Douglas assists)
- 2nd Half44-38Justin Taylor makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-40Eddie Ricks III makes layup
- 2nd Half44-42Eddie Ricks III makes driving layup
- 2nd Half44-44Christian Brown makes layup (Kose Egbule assists)
- 2nd Half45-44De'Vion Lavergne makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-44De'Vion Lavergne makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-47Kose Egbule makes 25-foot three point jumper (Eddie Ricks III assists)
- 2nd Half48-47Dorian Finister makes driving layup
- 2nd Half51-47De'Vion Lavergne makes 25-foot three point jumper (Dorian Finister assists)
- 2nd Half52-47Dariyus Woodson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-47Dariyus Woodson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-49Preston Fowler makes layup
- 2nd Half53-50Preston Fowler makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half53-53Preston Fowler makes 23-foot three point jumper (Kose Egbule assists)
- 2nd Half56-53Jaxon Olvera makes 23-foot three point jumper (De'Vion Lavergne assists)
- 2nd Half56-55Cliff Davis makes layup
- 2nd Half58-55De'Vion Lavergne makes 11-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half58-56Eddie Ricks III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-57Eddie Ricks III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-59Christian Brown makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half61-59Dariyus Woodson makes 25-foot three point jumper (De'Vion Lavergne assists)
- 2nd Half61-61Eddie Ricks III makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half64-61Dorian Finister makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jaxon Olvera assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours James Madison Dukes, below favours Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns.
Venue
- Atlantic Union Bank CenterHarrisonburg, VA
- Attendance4140
- OfficialsChris Ford, Ryan Christian, Marvin Harris Jr.
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