James Madison University Hosts North Carolina Central University for Basketball Matchup

James Madison University is gearing up to host North Carolina Central University at the Atlantic Union Bank Center on Wednesday, November 24, with a 2 p.m. tip-off. The game will be streamed live on FloSports.com. The Dukes, seeking to build on their recent momentum, aim to continue their winning streak against the struggling Eagles.

Key Takeaways:

  • James Madison University is set to take on North Carolina Central University at the Atlantic Union Bank Center on November 24, with the game scheduled to begin at 2 p.m.
  • The Dukes come into the matchup with a 2-2 overall record, having previously defeated Hampton 78-60, in which they set a season-best 10 three-pointers.
  • Jamia Hazell led the Dukes with 16 points, five rebounds, four assists, and two steals in the win against Hampton, while Steph Ouderkirk registered her first career double-double with 11 points and a career-high 12 rebounds.
  • Kiki Jefferson leads the JMU team in scoring and rebounding, averaging 20.3 points and 6.3 boards per game.
  • North Carolina Central University, with a 0-4 season record, will look to turn their fortunes around against the Dukes, led by Necole Hope and Tianna Carter, who average 10.8 and 10.3 points per game, respectively.
  • Carter also leads the Eagles in rebounding, averaging 7.5 boards per game, and the team is shooting 28.2% from the floor, 18.9% from beyond the arc, and 69.9% from the foul line.

Statistics:

  • James Madison University's season-best 10 three-pointers made in a single game
  • Jamia Hazell's 16 points, five rebounds, four assists, and two steals in the win against Hampton
  • Kiki Jefferson's 20.3 points and 6.3 rebounds per game average
  • North Carolina Central University's 0-4 season record
  • Necole Hope and Tianna Carter's average points per game, 10.8 and 10.3, respectively
  • Carter's 7.5 boards per game rebounding average
  • The Eagles' shooting percentages: 28.2% from the floor, 18.9% from beyond the arc, and 69.9% from the foul line

Sources:

  • James Madison University news release
  • FloSports.com for live streaming of the game
  • CBS Sports and College Basketball websites for scoring and statistics