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Austin Peay Downs Murray State 74-70 - Match Report
Terry Taylor scored 30 points and added 13 rebounds for a double-double, leading Austin Peay over Murray State, 74-70, on Monday at Winfield Dunn Center.
Bettors who backed Austin Peay were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +2.5 at sportsbooks.
Austin Peay got 11 points from DJ Peavy and another 10 points from Tai'Reon Joseph. Carlos Paez contributed 3 assists, while Terry Taylor cleaned the glass with 13 rebounds.
Murray State got 18 points from Tevin Brown in a losing cause and another 17 points from Justice Hill. Tevin Brown contributed 5 assists for them, while Devin Gilmore had 6 rebounds.
Austin Peay trailed at halftime, 39-34.
Austin Peay had a 29-23 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Austin Peay looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Tennessee State. Murray State will aim to get back on the winning track at Belmont.