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Austin Peay Falls 88-82 Against Eastern Kentucky - Game Recap

Austin Peay was burned for 27 points by George Kimble III on Saturday as Eastern Kentucky picked up a 88-82 win at Baptist Health Arena.

Montavious Myrick had 14 points for Eastern Kentucky and Turner Buttry chipped in with 13 points. Devontae Blanton had 6 assists for them, while Montavious Myrick was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.

Austin Peay got 29 points from Sai Witt in a losing cause and another 19 points from LJ Thomas. LJ Thomas contributed 4 assists for them, while LJ Thomas had 9 rebounds.

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

Eastern Kentucky had a 33-29 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Eastern Kentucky looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Florida Gulf Coast. Austin Peay will aim to get back on the winning track vs. North Alabama.