HARRISONBURG, Va. — In an exciting matchup on Monday evening, Xavier Brown led the charge for James Madison as he scored an impressive 23 points, helping the Dukes secure an 88-78 victory over Ohio.

In addition to his scoring, Brown contributed significantly by grabbing six rebounds and making three steals. Mark Freeman was instrumental in the win as well, hitting 60% of his shots from the field, including three three-pointers, to net a total of 16 points. Elijah Hutchins-Everett added to the effort with 13 points, showcasing his efficiency by shooting 3 of 7 from the field and finishing a perfect 6 for 6 at the free-throw line, complemented by eight rebounds.

For the Ohio Bobcats, Aidan Hadaway was the standout scorer with 17 points. Jackson Paveletzke also made a notable contribution, finishing with 16 points. Both Shereef Mitchell and AJ Brown added 14 points each, but their efforts were not enough to overcome the strong performance of James Madison.

This thrilling contest highlighted the offensive capabilities of both teams, with James Madison emerging triumphant on their home turf. The Dukes showcased a balanced attack that proved crucial in outpacing their opponents in the closing moments of the game.