Pinckney puts up 28, Southern Miss downs James Madison 83-70

HATTIESBURG, Miss. (AP) — DeAndre Pinckney had 28 points in Southern Miss' 83-70 victory over James Madison on Saturday.

Pinckney had five assists for the Golden Eagles (17-4, 6-2 Sun Belt Conference). Austin Crowley finished 5 of 6 from the field to add 14 points. Denijay Harris was 4 of 6 shooting and 2 of 5 from the free throw line to finish with 10 points.

Terrence Edwards led the Dukes (13-8, 4-4) in scoring, finishing with 18 points and eight rebounds. Noah Freidel added 14 points for James Madison. In addition, Takal Molson finished with 13 points and five assists.

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Both teams next play Thursday. Southern Miss hosts Arkansas State while James Madison hosts Coastal Carolina.

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