Austin Peay Dominates Florida Gulf Coast 83-62
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 1:00 PM ET · F&M Bank Arena
Austin Peay Governors 83, Florida Gulf Coast Eagles 62, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Florida Gulf Coast Eagles vs Austin Peay Governors?
Austin Peay Governors beat Florida Gulf Coast Eagles 83-62 at F&M Bank Arena on January 22, 2026.
Who was favored in Florida Gulf Coast Eagles vs Austin Peay Governors?
Austin Peay Governors were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -278 (about 74% implied). The favorite won.
In an emphatic display, the Austin Peay Governors secured a decisive 83-62 victory over the Florida Gulf Coast Eagles at the F&M Bank Arena. This win not only showcased the Governors' home advantage but also extended their dominance over the Eagles, marking their third consecutive victory against them in recent matchups.
The Governors entered the game with a home record of 12-6, bolstered by a strong recent form of 7-2-1 over their last ten games, despite a recent loss to Lipscomb. They averaged 72.4 points scored while allowing only 64.2 points in that span. Their last five games saw them scoring an average of 77.2 points, reflecting a potent offense. In contrast, the Eagles, with an away record of 8-12, struggled with a 3-7 record in their last ten games, although they did manage to snap a losing streak with a recent win against West Georgia. They averaged 76.6 points scored while allowing 76.4 points, indicating a less consistent performance on both ends of the court.
Austin Peay's home performances have been particularly impressive, as they maintained an unblemished home record of 5-0 over their last five games. The Eagles, on the other hand, faced challenges on the road, with a 1-3 record in their last four away games. This game was a continuation of the Governors' strong play at home, where they have consistently outperformed their opponents.
In terms of previous meetings, the Governors had already defeated the Eagles earlier in the season on January 9, 2026, with a score of 82-71, and also won the last matchup in the previous season on February 14, 2025, 73-60. This history undoubtedly added to the confidence of the Governors heading into this game.
Injury reports indicated that both teams were relatively healthy, which allowed for a full-strength matchup. The market had priced the game with Austin Peay favored at -6.5, according to DraftKings, with a total set at 155.5. The home moneyline was listed at -278, while the away moneyline stood at 225, reflecting the perceived strength of the Governors at home.
The game conditions were favorable for a high-scoring affair, and the Governors took advantage of this, executing their offensive strategies effectively. As the game progressed, Austin Peay's offensive prowess became evident, particularly in the second half, where they pulled away decisively. Key moments included a series of three-point shots from players like Tate McCubbin and George Washington III, which helped to stretch the lead further.
In summary, the Austin Peay Governors demonstrated their strength at home with a commanding victory over the Florida Gulf Coast Eagles, reinforcing their position in the league and continuing their winning streak against this opponent.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | APSU -6.5 | 155.5 o -108 / u -112 | Florida Gulf Coast Eagles +225 · Austin Peay Governors -278 |
Leaders
- PointsMatt Enright19Austin Peay Governors
- AssistsZyree Collins5Austin Peay Governors
- ReboundsRashaud Marshall8Austin Peay Governors
- PointsRahmir Barno14Florida Gulf Coast Eagles
- AssistsRahmir Barno5Florida Gulf Coast Eagles
- ReboundsJack Reddick6Florida Gulf Coast Eagles
Recent form
Austin Peay Governors
Last 10: 7-2-1Streak L172.4 scored · 64.2 allowed per game5-0 at home
- L78-82at Lipscomb BisonsJan 18
- 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
Florida Gulf Coast Eagles
Last 10: 3-7Streak W176.6 scored · 76.4 allowed per game1-3 away
- W90-72vs West Georgia WolvesJan 17
- L74-85vs Queens University RoyalsJan 16
- L77-84vs Lipscomb BisonsJan 10
- L71-82vs Austin Peay GovernorsJan 9
- W72-55at North Alabama LionsJan 3
- L83-85at Central Arkansas BearsJan 1
- W84-43vs Fort Lauderdale EaglesDec 28
- L80-102at UCF KnightsDec 20
- L59-75at New Mexico LobosDec 14
- L76-81vs Florida Atlantic OwlsDec 7
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
Box score
| Stat | Florida Gulf Coast Eagles | Austin Peay Governors |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-59 | 30-64 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 6-21 | 12-31 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 39 |
| Free throws | 4-9 | 11-15 |
| Free throw % | 44 | 73 |
| Rebounds | 38 | 33 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 21 |
| Assists | 13 | 21 |
| Steals | 5 | 12 |
| Blocks | 5 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 18 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 22 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 17 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 32 |
| Fouls | 14 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 21 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 2 | 96 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half23-39Anton Brookshire makes 27-foot three point jumper (Zyree Collins assists)
- 1st Half26-39Rory Stewart makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 1st Half26-41Zyree Collins makes layup (Anton Brookshire assists)
- 1st Half27-41Tristen Guillouette makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half29-41Jordan Ellerbee makes layup
- 2nd Half31-41Michael Duax makes layup (Rahmir Barno assists)
- 2nd Half31-44Collin Parker makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tate McCubbin assists)
- 2nd Half33-44Darren Williams makes layup (Rahmir Barno assists)
- 2nd Half33-46Matt Enright makes 19-foot jumper
- 2nd Half35-46Michael Duax makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half35-48Zyree Collins makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half35-50Ja'Corey Robinson makes layup
- 2nd Half35-52Collin Parker makes layup
- 2nd Half37-52Jordan Ellerbee makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half37-54Ja'Corey Robinson makes 8-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half39-54Tristen Guillouette makes 8-foot jumper (Jordan Ellerbee assists)
- 2nd Half39-56Rashaud Marshall makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half39-58Ja'Corey Robinson makes 6-foot dunk (Anton Brookshire assists)
- 2nd Half41-58Rahmir Barno makes layup
- 2nd Half41-59Rashaud Marshall makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-60Rashaud Marshall makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-61Collin Parker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-61Rory Stewart makes 25-foot three point jumper (Rahmir Barno assists)
- 2nd Half44-63Rashaud Marshall makes 3-foot dunk (Ja'Corey Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half46-63Tristen Guillouette makes layup (Darren Williams assists)
- 2nd Half46-65Rashaud Marshall makes 8-foot jumper (Anton Brookshire assists)
- 2nd Half48-65Tristen Guillouette makes 16-foot jumper (Rahmir Barno assists)
- 2nd Half48-67Matt Enright makes 7-foot jumper (Rashaud Marshall assists)
- 2nd Half50-67Rahmir Barno makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half50-69Rashaud Marshall makes 7-foot jumper (Ja'Corey Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half52-69Rahmir Barno makes layup
- 2nd Half52-72Matt Enright makes 22-foot three point jumper (Ja'Corey Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half55-72Jordan Ellerbee makes 25-foot three point jumper (Rory Stewart assists)
- 2nd Half55-75Tate McCubbin makes 26-foot three point jumper (Matt Enright assists)
- 2nd Half58-75George Washington III makes 25-foot three point jumper (Darren Williams assists)
- 2nd Half58-78Tate McCubbin makes 24-foot three point jumper (Zyree Collins assists)
- 2nd Half60-78Michael Duax makes layup (Jack Reddick assists)
- 2nd Half62-78George Washington III makes 5-foot jumper
- 2nd Half62-80Travis Torain makes layup
- 2nd Half62-83Matt Enright makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ja'Corey Robinson assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Austin Peay Governors, below favours Florida Gulf Coast Eagles.
Venue
- F&M Bank ArenaClarksville, TN
- Attendance789
- OfficialsBlake Harris, Kevin Driver, JP Primm
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