Huntley, Tate score 21 as Appalachian State takes down James Madison 86-66

BOONE, N.C. (AP) — CJ Huntley and Myles State both 21 points to help Appalachian State defeat James Madison 86-66 on Saturday.

Huntley added eight rebounds for the Mountaineers (9-7, 3-2 Sun Belt Conference). Tate shot 6 of 13 from the floor, including 1 for 3 from 3-point range, and 8 for 8 from the line and added seven rebounds, seven assists, and three steals. Jalil Beaubrun had 16 points and shot 5 of 12 from the field and 5 of 8 from the free-throw line.

Elijah Hutchins-Everett led the Dukes (9-8, 2-3) in scoring, finishing with 19 points, nine rebounds and two blocks. AJ Smith added 13 points and seven rebounds for James Madison. Mark Freeman had 10 points.

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Both teams next play Thursday. Appalachian State visits Old Dominion and James Madison plays Marshall at home.

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