Troy split with Arkansas State during the regular season, losing 84-78 at home in January before winning 71-70 in Jonesboro in February. The Trojans and Red Wolves tied for the Sun Belt regular-season title with South Alabama and James Madison, and Cross said he’s counting on another close game Monday night.

The Sun Belt Conference semi-final games are underway at the Pensacola Bay Center, with the South Alabama Jaguars currently facing off agains

The Monarchs finished Year 1 under coach Mike Jones by playing some of their best basketball over the final week, becoming the lone rabble-rouser in a tournament that has otherwise followed the

Peyton McDaniel was one of four James Madison players to reach double figures, helping lead the Dukes past Coastal Carolina in the Tournament semifinal Sunday afternoon. “I’m really proud of our team.

BOTTOM LINE: James Madison and Troy meet in the Sun Belt Tournament. The Dukes' record in Sun Belt games is 13-5, and their record is 7-6 in non-conference play. The Trojans' record in Sun Belt action is 14-5. Troy is 2-4 in games decided by 3 points or fewer.