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Georgia State no match for James Madison

Panthers lose for seventh time in last eight games in 80-65 defeat.
Georgia State Panthers and Georgia Bulldogs players are seen battling at half-court during the first half of an exhibition opener game at the Georgia State Convocation Center, Wednesday, October 15, 2025, in Atlanta. 
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Georgia State Panthers and Georgia Bulldogs players are seen battling at half-court during the first half of an exhibition opener game at the Georgia State Convocation Center, Wednesday, October 15, 2025, in Atlanta. (Miguel Martinez/ AJC)
By AJC Sports
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After falling behind by double digits in the first four minutes of its game against James Madison, Georgia State was never able to catch up, as the Panthers fell 80-65 Saturday.

Cliff Davis had 27 points for the Dukes (16-13, 8-8 Sun Belt Conference). Davis shot 10-of-14 from the field, including 2 for 5 from 3-point range.

Gabe Newhof scored 18 points while shooting 8-of-10 from the field, and added five rebounds for James Madison, which has now won five games in a row.

Micah Tucker finished with 22 points for the Panthers (10-19, 7-9), who have lost seven of their last eight games. Georgia State, which trailed by 14 at the half and by as many as 17 in the second half, also got 19 points, six rebounds and three steals from Jelani Hamilton. Malachi Brown also had 11 points and two steals.

Material from The Associated Press was used in this article.

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