Austin Peay Dominates Northern Illinois 77-59
Tuesday, November 25, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · F&M Bank Arena
Austin Peay Governors 77, Northern Illinois Huskies 59, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Northern Illinois Huskies vs Austin Peay Governors?
Austin Peay Governors beat Northern Illinois Huskies 77-59 at F&M Bank Arena on November 25, 2025.
Who was favored in Northern Illinois Huskies vs Austin Peay Governors?
Austin Peay Governors were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -310 (about 76% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive victory, the Austin Peay Governors defeated the Northern Illinois Huskies 77-59 at the F&M Bank Arena. This matchup highlighted the Governors' ability to leverage their home advantage, as they improved their home record to 3-1 for the season. The victory comes after a challenging stretch for Austin Peay, who had lost their previous two games against Tulsa and Ole Miss. With this win, they snapped their losing streak and showcased a strong performance, particularly in the second half.
Austin Peay entered the game with a 4-3 overall record, while Northern Illinois was slightly behind at 3-4. The Governors had been averaging 77.8 points per game while allowing 72.6, indicating a generally competitive scoring environment. However, their recent form suggested a struggle, as they had only managed to win 2 of their last 5 games, scoring an average of 69.6 points and allowing 70.4. In contrast, Northern Illinois had a record of 2-3 in their last five outings, averaging 76.2 points scored and 75.2 points allowed.
The game unfolded with Austin Peay taking control early and maintaining their lead throughout. The Governors were particularly effective at home, where they had a record of 2-1 this season. Northern Illinois, on the other hand, had struggled away from home with a 2-4 record, which was evident in their performance during this matchup.
The odds from DraftKings had placed Austin Peay as the favorites with a spread of -6.5 and a moneyline of -310. Northern Illinois was given a moneyline of +250. The total points line was set at 147.5, reflecting expectations for a moderately high-scoring game. The final score of 77-59 fell within the anticipated range, but the Governors exceeded expectations by winning by a larger margin than the spread suggested.
In terms of individual performances, Austin Peay's offense was led by strong contributions from key players, which allowed them to pull away decisively in the second half. The scoring plays in the latter part of the game included crucial layups and free throws that cemented their lead. Makhai Valentine and Rashaud Marshall made significant contributions, with Valentine scoring a layup that pushed the score to 73-54, while Marshall followed suit shortly after. Isaiah Washington also added to the score with free throws that helped extend the lead further.
The game was played under favorable conditions at the F&M Bank Arena, which likely contributed to the Governors' strong performance. The atmosphere was supportive, providing the home team with the energy needed to secure a much-needed win.
Overall, this matchup was significant not only for its immediate implications on the standings but also for Austin Peay's morale as they look to build on this victory. The Governors will aim to carry this momentum into their upcoming games, while Northern Illinois will need to regroup and address the issues that led to their defeat.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | APSU -6.5 | 147.5 o -108 / u -112 | Northern Illinois Huskies +250 · Austin Peay Governors -310 |
Leaders
- PointsCollin Parker30Austin Peay Governors
- AssistsTate McCubbin4Austin Peay Governors
- ReboundsRashaud Marshall9Austin Peay Governors
- PointsGianni Cobb12Northern Illinois Huskies
- AssistsGianni Cobb2Northern Illinois Huskies
- ReboundsDaemar Kelly4Northern Illinois Huskies
Recent form
Austin Peay Governors
Last 10: 4-6Streak L277.8 scored · 72.6 allowed per game2-1 at home
- L75-84at Tulsa Golden HurricaneNov 22
- L65-72at Ole Miss RebelsNov 19
- W69-63at UNC Greensboro SpartansNov 15
- L65-79at Wyoming CowboysNov 12
- W74-54at Air Force FalconsNov 8
- W128-47vs Bryan LionsNov 4
- L64-90at North Alabama LionsMar 4
- W90-69vs North Florida OspreysMar 3
- L70-73at West Georgia WolvesFeb 27
- L78-95vs Lipscomb BisonsFeb 25
Northern Illinois Huskies
Last 10: 4-6Streak W175.2 scored · 77.1 allowed per game2-4 away
- W76-59at Loyola Chicago RamblersNov 22
- L57-70at Northern Iowa PanthersNov 19
- W117-62vs Benedictine (IL) EaglesNov 14
- L59-88at Grand Canyon LopesNov 11
- L72-97at Wisconsin BadgersNov 8
- W102-82vs UL Monroe WarhawksNov 4
- W83-81at Central Michigan ChippewasMar 8
- L58-71vs Bowling Green FalconsMar 5
- L70-74vs Western Michigan BroncosMar 1
- L58-87at Miami (OH) RedHawksFeb 26
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wright State | 23-12 | - | 15-5 |
| Robert Morris | 22-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Green Bay | 18-15 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Detroit Mercy | 17-15 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Oakland | 16-16 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Purdue Fort Wayne | 17-15 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Northern Kentucky | 20-14 | 5 | 10-10 |
| Youngstown State | 15-17 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Milwaukee | 12-20 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Cleveland State | 11-22 | 9 | 6-14 |
| IU Indianapolis | 7-25 | 12 | 3-17 |
| 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 | Northern Illinois Huskies | Austin Peay Governors |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-60 | 27-51 |
| Field goal % | 42 | 53 |
| Three-pointers | 2-22 | 10-23 |
| Three-point % | 9 | 43 |
| Free throws | 7-17 | 13-22 |
| Free throw % | 41 | 59 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 18 | 29 |
| Assists | 5 | 17 |
| Steals | 6 | 8 |
| Blocks | 1 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 19 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 46 | 32 |
| Fouls | 18 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 21 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half34-37Quan Lax made Layup.
- 1st Half36-37Gianni Cobb made Layup.
- 1st Half36-39Rashaud Marshall made Layup.
- 1st Half36-41Rashaud Marshall made Layup. Assisted by Quan Lax.
- 1st Half38-41Gustav Winther made Layup. Assisted by Makhai Valentine.
- 2nd Half40-41Hassan Washington made Jumper.
- 2nd Half42-41Daemar Kelly made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half42-42Collin Parker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-43Collin Parker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-44Collin Parker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-45Collin Parker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-47Ja'Corey Robinson made Layup.
- 2nd Half42-48Rashaud Marshall made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-48Makhai Valentine made Layup.
- 2nd Half44-50Rashaud Marshall made Dunk. Assisted by Collin Parker.
- 2nd Half44-51Collin Parker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-52Collin Parker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-52Daemar Kelly made Layup.
- 2nd Half48-52Gustav Winther made Layup. Assisted by Gianni Cobb.
- 2nd Half48-55Tyler Wagner made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Matt Enright.
- 2nd Half48-58Tyler Wagner made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tate McCubbin.
- 2nd Half48-59Rashaud Marshall made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-62Tyler Wagner made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Collin Parker.
- 2nd Half48-65Collin Parker made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half48-67Collin Parker made Layup.
- 2nd Half48-69Collin Parker made Jumper.
- 2nd Half49-69Daemar Kelly made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-69Daemar Kelly made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-70Tate McCubbin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-71Tate McCubbin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-71Ladji Kante made Layup.
- 2nd Half52-73Collin Parker made Layup.
- 2nd Half54-73Makhai Valentine made Layup.
- 2nd Half54-75Rashaud Marshall made Layup.
- 2nd Half55-75Isaiah Washington made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-75Isaiah Washington made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-76Collin Parker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-76Carlos Coronado made Layup.
- 2nd Half58-77Matt Enright made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-77Isaiah Stewart made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Austin Peay Governors, below favours Northern Illinois Huskies.
Venue
- F&M Bank ArenaClarksville, TN
- Attendance1833
- OfficialsMichael Smith, Jason Creek, Chuck McCoy
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