The Sun Belt Conference basketball race is reaching a fever pitch as teams fight for playoff contention. Arkansas State leads the way, while Old Dominion, Coastal Carolina, Georgia State, and Georgia Southern are all in the mix. James Madison and Marshall are looking to secure their playoff berths, with the latter playing five of its final six games against conference rivals.
The Sun Belt Conference race is heating up as teams battle for playoff positioning. Arkansas State , currently leading the pack, holds a crucial advantage with four home games remaining against fellow contenders Troy, South Alabama, and other teams. Meanwhile, Old Dominion is in contention despite a split with Appalachian State. Their victory over Arkansas State could be a deciding factor in a potential tiebreaker for second place.
Coastal Carolina, Georgia State, and Georgia Southern are also vying for top spots, with each team facing tough matchups against other conference rivals. James Madison, after a split with Marshall, is looking strong for a second-place seed if they can maintain their winning streak. Marshall, with its incomplete schedule due to facing five out of its last six games against contenders, has a big win over Arkansas State in their pocket. Georgia State needs to make up ground to reach a playoff spot, while Appalachian State, facing a tough road ahead, is hoping for a late season surge.
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