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Austin Peay Defeats Murray State 71-68 - Recap

Austin Peay got 20 points from Jordyn Adams as they ran past Murray State 71-68 on Thursday at Winfield Dunn Center.

The winning margin fell right on the closing number of -3.0, meaning the game was a push for bettors.

Terry Taylor had 16 points for Austin Peay and Evan Hinson chipped in with 12 points. Antwuan Butler had 3 assists for them, while Terry Taylor was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 14 boards.

Murray State got 21 points from Jaiveon Eaves in a losing cause and another 13 points from DaQuan Smith. Tevin Brown contributed 6 assists for them, while Anthony Smith had 8 rebounds.

First-half bettors who backed Austin Peay were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.

Austin Peay had a 33-30 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Austin Peay heads into a battle against Eastern Kentucky. Murray State, meanwhile, will have their next action against Morehead State.