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Ohio Valley Tournament - Murray State Downs Austin Peay 73-61 - Match Report

Tevin Brown scored 24 points leading Murray State to a 73-61 victory over Austin Peay at Ford Center on Friday.

Murray State won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -1.0-point spread as favorites.

KJ Williams had 15 points for Murray State and Chico Carter Jr. chipped in with 10 points. Chico Carter Jr. had 6 assists for them, while KJ Williams was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.

Austin Peay got a 27-point performance from Terry Taylor, who was supported by 13 points from Jordyn Adams. Antwuan Butler had 5 assists in a losing cause for Austin Peay, while Terry Taylor grabbed 14 rebounds.

Murray State was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

The rebound battle favored Murray State as they grabbed 41 boards, while Austin Peay only had 32