Lipscomb Holds Off Austin Peay in Close Contest
Saturday, January 17, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Allen Arena
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Quick answers
Who won Austin Peay Governors vs Lipscomb Bisons?
Lipscomb Bisons beat Austin Peay Governors 82-78 at Allen Arena on January 17, 2026.
Who was favored in Austin Peay Governors vs Lipscomb Bisons?
Lipscomb Bisons were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -142 (about 59% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Lipscomb Bisons edged out the Austin Peay Governors with a final score of 82-78 at Allen Arena. This victory marks Lipscomb's continued success in their recent form, as they have now won three consecutive games and improved their home record to 7-0 this season. The Bisons have been particularly strong at home, averaging 83.9 points per game while allowing 75.4 points, showcasing their offensive prowess paired with a defense that can be vulnerable at times.
Lipscomb's recent performance has been impressive, with a 7-3 record over their last ten games. Their latest victory came against the Bellarmine Knights on January 16, where they won 81-71. The Bisons' scoring has been consistent, averaging 81.2 points in their last five games, while allowing 74.0 points. This scoring ability was on display again in their latest game against Austin Peay, where they managed to hold off a late push from the Governors.
On the other side, the Austin Peay Governors have been on a remarkable run, winning six straight games leading into this matchup. Their record over the last ten games stands at 7-2-1, with their most recent win coming against the Eastern Kentucky Colonels, where they triumphed 74-72. The Governors have averaged 73.0 points per game while allowing 65.6 points during this stretch, indicating a solid defensive effort that has contributed to their winning streak.
Both teams have performed well at home and away, with Lipscomb boasting a perfect home record and Austin Peay showing a balanced performance with a 5-0 record at home and a 2-2 record on the road. This matchup was particularly interesting as it featured two teams that had previously met twice in the 2025 season, with Lipscomb winning both encounters decisively. In their last meeting on February 25, 2025, Lipscomb won 95-78, and earlier that season, they secured an 88-60 victory at home.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details regarding player availability, but both teams have been able to maintain a consistent lineup during their recent games. This stability may have contributed to their respective successes leading into this contest.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Lipscomb favored by 2.5 points with a total set at 155.5. The odds indicated a close matchup, reflecting the competitive nature of both teams. The spread and total suggest that the game was expected to be high-scoring, which aligned with the offensive capabilities displayed by both teams throughout the season.
As the game unfolded, viewers were treated to a series of exciting scoring plays, particularly in the second half. Notable moments included Mateo Esmeraldo's 26-foot three-point jumper and Grant Asman's clutch free throws that helped secure the Bisons' victory. The final moments saw Austin Peay attempting to rally back, but Lipscomb's defense held firm, allowing them to maintain their lead and seal the win.
Overall, this game highlighted the strengths and weaknesses of both teams, with Lipscomb's offensive firepower proving decisive against Austin Peay's strong defensive efforts. The Bisons will look to build on this victory as they continue their campaign, while the Governors will aim to rebound from this close loss in their upcoming games.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LIP -2.5 | 155.5 o -112 / u -108 | Austin Peay Governors +120 · Lipscomb Bisons -142 |
Leaders
- PointsMateo Esmeraldo16Lipscomb Bisons
- AssistsMateo Esmeraldo6Lipscomb Bisons
- ReboundsGrant Asman7Lipscomb Bisons
- PointsRashaud Marshall23Austin Peay Governors
- AssistsAnton Brookshire4Austin Peay Governors
- ReboundsRashaud Marshall6Austin Peay Governors
Recent form
Lipscomb Bisons
Last 10: 7-3Streak W283.9 scored · 75.4 allowed per game6-0 at home
- W81-71vs Bellarmine KnightsJan 16
- W84-77at Florida Gulf Coast EaglesJan 10
- L83-91at Stetson HattersJan 9
- W82-74vs North Florida OspreysJan 3
- W76-57vs Jacksonville DolphinsJan 1
- L62-89at Cincinnati BearcatsDec 30
- W123-60vs Blue Mountain Christian ToppersDec 20
- L73-97at Duke Blue DevilsDec 16
- W92-58vs Alabama A&M BulldogsDec 7
- W83-80vs Tennessee Tech Golden EaglesDec 3
Austin Peay Governors
Last 10: 7-2-1Streak W673 scored · 65.6 allowed per game2-2 away
- W74-72vs Eastern Kentucky ColonelsJan 16
- W81-69at Stetson HattersJan 10
- W82-71at Florida Gulf Coast EaglesJan 9
- W71-68vs Jacksonville DolphinsJan 3
- W102-83vs North Florida OspreysJan 2
- W110-59vs Fisk BulldogsDec 28
- D0-0at Kansas City RoosDec 21
- W76-75vs East Tennessee State BuccaneersDec 13
- L50-63at UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosDec 7
- L84-96at Kent State Golden FlashesDec 4
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utah Valley | 25-9 | - | 14-4 |
| California Baptist | 25-9 | 1 | 13-5 |
| Utah Tech | 19-15 | 2 | 11-7 |
| UT Arlington | 18-14 | 5 | 9-9 |
| Southern Utah | 10-22 | 7 | 6-12 |
| Tarleton State | 14-18 | 9 | 5-13 |
| Abilene Christian | 14-19 | 9 | 5-13 |
| Austin Peay | 22-9 | +1 | 15-3 |
| Central Arkansas | 22-12 | +1 | 15-3 |
| Queens University | 21-14 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Lipscomb | 19-13 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Florida Gulf Coast | 16-18 | 7 | 8-10 |
| West Georgia | 15-17 | 6 | 8-10 |
| Bellarmine | 13-19 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Jacksonville | 12-20 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Stetson | 12-21 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Eastern Kentucky | 11-21 | 7 | 7-11 |
| North Florida | 7-25 | 10 | 5-13 |
| North Alabama | 9-21 | 10 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Austin Peay Governors | Lipscomb Bisons |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 29-64 | 31-63 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 8-21 | 5-18 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 28 |
| Free throws | 12-16 | 15-15 |
| Free throw % | 75 | 100 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 28 |
| Assists | 11 | 8 |
| Steals | 7 | 10 |
| Blocks | 3 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 16 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 15 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 50 |
| Fouls | 15 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 9 |
| Lead changes | 26 | 26 |
| Time in front | 22 | 70 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half46-47Rashaud Marshall makes 2-foot jumper
- 2nd Half48-47Anton Brookshire makes driving layup
- 2nd Half48-49Cole Middleton makes driving layup
- 2nd Half51-49Tate McCubbin makes 28-foot three point jumper (Anton Brookshire assists)
- 2nd Half51-50Ethan Duncan makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-51Ethan Duncan makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-52Grant Asman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-53Grant Asman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-55Mateo Esmeraldo makes driving layup
- 2nd Half53-55Tate McCubbin makes 9-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half55-55Rashaud Marshall makes layup (Ja'Corey Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half55-58Charlie Williams makes 23-foot three point jumper (Titas Sargiunas assists)
- 2nd Half55-60Charlie Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half55-62Mateo Esmeraldo makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-62Ja'Corey Robinson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half59-62Travis Torain makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half61-62Ja'Corey Robinson makes 6-foot jumper
- 2nd Half61-64Mateo Esmeraldo makes driving layup
- 2nd Half62-64Ja'Corey Robinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-64Tate McCubbin makes 25-foot three point jumper (Anton Brookshire assists)
- 2nd Half65-65Grant Asman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-66Grant Asman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-68Ethan Duncan makes driving layup
- 2nd Half67-68Rashaud Marshall makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half67-71Ethan Duncan makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mateo Esmeraldo assists)
- 2nd Half69-71Rashaud Marshall makes 1-foot jumper (Ja'Corey Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half70-71Rashaud Marshall makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half70-73Mateo Esmeraldo makes driving layup
- 2nd Half71-73Ja'Corey Robinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-73Ja'Corey Robinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-75Charlie Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half74-75Travis Torain makes layup
- 2nd Half74-78Mateo Esmeraldo makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half74-80Grant Asman makes 3-foot jumper
- 2nd Half75-80Rashaud Marshall makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-80Rashaud Marshall makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-81Grant Asman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-82Grant Asman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-82Ja'Corey Robinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half78-82Ja'Corey Robinson makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Lipscomb Bisons, below favours Austin Peay Governors.
Venue
- Allen ArenaNashville, TN
- Attendance2837
- OfficialsCraig Murley, Derek Henry, Scott Kendall
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