James Madison Upsets No. 4 Michigan State in Men's College Basketball Season Opener

Defeating a top-five team for the first time since 1992 and securing James Madison University's best regular-season win, the Dukes' victory was led by Edwards Jr. and Bickerstaff with a combined 45 points, marking Michigan State's first season-opening loss to an unranked opponent in over a decade.

James Madison stunned No. 4 Michigan State in the season opener, marking Michigan State's first season-opening loss to an unranked opponent since 2005 and James Madison's best regular-season win.
The upset victory was achieved in overtime with Terrence Edwards Jr. and T.J. Bickerstaff leading the way for James Madison with a combined 45 points. Bickerstaff also contributed 14 rebounds while Edwards added five boards and three assists.
Michigan State struggled in shooting, particularly with horrific 1-for-20 shooting performance from beyond the 3-point arc. The team's poor free-throw shooting, making only 23 out of 37, was also a significant factor in their loss.
Michigan State's Tyson Walker tried to hold the fort with his commendable individual performance of scoring 35 points with three assists. However, the lack of support from the rest of the team made it a rough night for the Spartans.
Despite the loss, Michigan State coach Tom Izzo praised 6-foot-5 freshman wing Coen Carr, who had 14 points, six rebounds and showed a good shooting performance.