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Recap - Tennessee Tech Defeats Austin Peay 81-76

Austin Peay was victimized by Jr. Clay for 31 points as Tennessee Tech defeated them 81-76 in NCAA action on Thursday.

Tennessee Tech won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the +8.5-point spread as underdogs.

Tennessee Tech got 21 points from Keishawn Davidson and another 9 points from Damaria Franklin. Jr. Clay contributed 6 assists, while Damaria Franklin cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.

Austin Peay got 25 points from Mike Peake in a losing cause and another 17 points from Terry Taylor. Carlos Paez contributed 6 assists for them, while Mike Peake had 12 rebounds.

First-half bettors who backed Austin Peay were victorious, as the score was 36-34 at the break.

Austin Peay had a 30-28 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Tennessee Tech looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Murray State. Austin Peay will aim to get back on the winning track at Jacksonville State.