Banks, Lewis lift James Madison past Old Dominion 80-78
NORFOLK, Va. -- Darius Banks and Matt Lewis scored 21 points apiece as James Madison narrowly beat Old Dominion 80-78 on Wednesday night.
James Madison (3-2) led 70-55 with about four minutes left. But the Monarchs (3-2) pulled to 79-78 on Malik Curry's 3-pointer with four seconds to play. Zach Jacobs split a pair of free throws for the Dukes, and Curry's potential game-winning heave was ruled late.
Jacobs finished with 20 points for the Dukes.
Banks hit 4 of 6 3-pointers and added 10 rebounds. Lewis also had seven rebounds while Jacobs posted four blocks.
Xavier Green scored 19 points to lead the Monarchs (3-2). Malik Curry added 18 points and seven assists. Jason Wade had 16 points and nine rebounds.
James Madison (3-2) takes on New Hampshire at home on Saturday. Old Dominion plays George Mason on Monday.
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2024-25 Sun Belt Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas State | 1-0 | - | 10-3 |
| South Alabama | 1-0 | - | 8-4 |
| Texas State | 1-0 | - | 8-4 |
| Troy | 1-0 | - | 8-4 |
| Southern Miss | 1-0 | - | 5-7 |
| Old Dominion | 1-0 | - | 4-8 |
| Louisiana | 1-0 | - | 3-10 |
| Georgia Southern | 0-1 | 1 | 7-6 |
| Marshall | 0-1 | 1 | 7-6 |
| App State | 0-1 | 1 | 6-6 |
| Coastal Carolina | 0-1 | 1 | 6-6 |
| James Madison | 0-1 | 1 | 6-6 |
| Georgia State | 0-1 | 1 | 4-8 |
| UL Monroe | 0-1 | 1 | 4-10 |
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