Austin Peay Tops Stetson in Close Contest
Friday, January 23, 2026, 1:00 PM ET · F&M Bank Arena
Austin Peay Governors 73, Stetson Hatters 65, 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 Stetson Hatters vs Austin Peay Governors?
Austin Peay Governors beat Stetson Hatters 73-65 at F&M Bank Arena on January 23, 2026.
Who was favored in Stetson Hatters vs Austin Peay Governors?
Austin Peay Governors were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1800 (about 95% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Austin Peay Governors defeated the Stetson Hatters 73-65 at the F&M Bank Arena on January 23, 2026. This victory marks the Governors' continued dominance over the Hatters, extending their head-to-head record to 2-0 this season, having previously won 81-69 in their last meeting on January 10, 2026.
Austin Peay entered the game with a strong home record of 13-6, bolstered by a recent form of 8-1-1 over their last ten games, including a winning streak of one. They averaged 75.7 points scored while allowing 64.1 points per game during this stretch. In their last outing, they secured a convincing 83-62 victory against the Florida Gulf Coast Eagles. The Governors have proven to be formidable at home, boasting a perfect 6-0 record in their last six home games.
On the other hand, Stetson struggled with a record of 7-14 overall and had lost their last two games, bringing their recent form to 4-6 over the last ten contests. The Hatters averaged 75.3 points scored but allowed a concerning 84.1 points per game during this period. Their latest game resulted in a 79-74 loss to the Lipscomb Bisons, further complicating their season.
The odds set by DraftKings favored Austin Peay significantly, with a spread of -16.5 and a moneyline of -1800 for the Governors, while Stetson was listed at +1000. The total points for the game was set at 148.5, reflecting expectations for a moderately high-scoring affair.
In terms of player performances, the game featured several key moments. In the second half, Jake Johnson made an 8-foot jumper, bringing the score to 68-61 in favor of Austin Peay. Following that, Collin Kuhl converted a free throw, narrowing the gap to 68-62. Rashaud Marshall then added a tip-in layup, pushing the score to 70-62. Anton Brookshire contributed crucial free throws, ultimately sealing the game for the Governors as they maintained their lead.
The conditions at the F&M Bank Arena were conducive to a competitive game, with both teams looking to establish momentum early. Austin Peay's solid home advantage played a significant role in their performance, as they capitalized on their familiarity with the venue.
As the game unfolded, viewers were treated to a showcase of Austin Peay's defensive prowess and Stetson's attempts to rally back. The Governors' ability to score efficiently while limiting the Hatters' opportunities was evident, particularly in the second half when they executed critical plays to maintain their lead.
Overall, this matchup highlighted the disparities in form and performance between the two teams, with Austin Peay continuing to assert their dominance in the league.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | APSU -16.5 | 148.5 o -105 / u -115 | Stetson Hatters +1000 · Austin Peay Governors -1800 |
Leaders
- PointsRashaud Marshall21Austin Peay Governors
- AssistsZyree Collins5Austin Peay Governors
- ReboundsRashaud Marshall9Austin Peay Governors
- PointsCollin Kuhl16Stetson Hatters
- AssistsDaniel Macgregor6Stetson Hatters
- ReboundsCollin Kuhl11Stetson Hatters
Recent form
Austin Peay Governors
Last 10: 8-1-1Streak W175.7 scored · 64.1 allowed per game6-0 at home
- W83-62vs Florida Gulf Coast EaglesJan 22
- 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
Stetson Hatters
Last 10: 4-6Streak L275.3 scored · 84.1 allowed per game1-4 away
- L74-79at Lipscomb BisonsJan 22
- L81-87vs Queens University RoyalsJan 17
- W95-86vs West Georgia WolvesJan 16
- L69-81vs Austin Peay GovernorsJan 10
- W91-83vs Lipscomb BisonsJan 9
- L73-93at Central Arkansas BearsJan 3
- W70-67at North Alabama LionsJan 1
- L54-107at Oklahoma SoonersDec 23
- W95-76vs Rhodes LynxDec 16
- L51-82at South Carolina GamecocksDec 6
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 | Stetson Hatters | Austin Peay Governors |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-56 | 28-59 |
| Field goal % | 39 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 7-24 | 5-20 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 25 |
| Free throws | 14-20 | 12-16 |
| Free throw % | 70 | 75 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 41 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 29 |
| Assists | 15 | 14 |
| Steals | 8 | 8 |
| Blocks | 1 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 44 |
| Fouls | 16 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 7 | 11 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 54 | 34 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half36-34Anton Brookshire makes 25-foot three point jumper (Collin Parker assists)
- 2nd Half38-34Collin Kuhl makes layup (Finley Sheridan assists)
- 2nd Half38-37Zyree Collins makes 24-foot three point jumper (Anton Brookshire assists)
- 2nd Half41-37Ethan Copeland makes 25-foot three point jumper (Alex Doyle assists)
- 2nd Half41-40Anton Brookshire makes 22-foot three point jumper (Matt Enright assists)
- 2nd Half43-40Alex Doyle makes layup (Jake Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half43-42Collin Parker makes layup (Zyree Collins assists)
- 2nd Half44-42Alex Doyle makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-42Alex Doyle makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-44Anton Brookshire makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half47-44Collin Kuhl makes layup (Alex Doyle assists)
- 2nd Half47-46Rashaud Marshall makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half47-47Rashaud Marshall makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half47-48Anton Brookshire makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-50Zyree Collins makes layup (Anton Brookshire assists)
- 2nd Half47-51Zyree Collins makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half49-51Daniel Macgregor makes layup
- 2nd Half50-51Daniel Macgregor makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half50-53Rashaud Marshall makes layup (Collin Parker assists)
- 2nd Half53-53Alex Doyle makes 25-foot three point jumper (Daniel Macgregor assists)
- 2nd Half53-55Ja'Corey Robinson makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half53-57Zyree Collins makes layup
- 2nd Half53-59Rashaud Marshall makes layup (Zyree Collins assists)
- 2nd Half53-61Zyree Collins makes 19-foot jumper (Rashaud Marshall assists)
- 2nd Half55-61Calvin Sirmans III makes layup
- 2nd Half55-63Rashaud Marshall makes layup (Ja'Corey Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half56-63Collin Kuhl makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-63Collin Kuhl makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-66Ja'Corey Robinson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Zyree Collins assists)
- 2nd Half57-68Zyree Collins makes 5-foot jumper
- 2nd Half58-68Calvin Sirmans III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-68Calvin Sirmans III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-68Jake Johnson makes 8-foot jumper (Alex Doyle assists)
- 2nd Half62-68Collin Kuhl makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-70Rashaud Marshall makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half62-71Anton Brookshire makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-71Collin Kuhl makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half64-72Anton Brookshire makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-73Anton Brookshire makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-73Jake Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Austin Peay Governors, below favours Stetson Hatters.
Venue
- F&M Bank ArenaClarksville, TN
- Attendance817
- OfficialsJabir Walker, Aaron Denton, Kindric Link
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