ncaab Game Recap
Belmont Bruins vs Austin Peay Governors Wrap - Belmont Wins 81-76
Belmont got 24 points from Caleb Hollander as they ran past Austin Peay 81-76 on Thursday at Winfield Dunn Center.
The winning margin fell right on the closing number of -5.0, meaning the game was a push for bettors.
Belmont got 19 points from Grayson Murphy and another 14 points from Nick Muszynski. Nick Muszynski contributed 4 assists, while Grayson Murphy cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.
Austin Peay got a 23-point performance from Terry Taylor, who was supported by 20 points from Carlos Paez. Carlos Paez had 4 assists in a losing cause for Austin Peay, while Terry Taylor grabbed 12 rebounds.
Belmont was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Belmont won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 30-28.
Belmont heads into a battle against Murray State. Austin Peay, meanwhile, will have their next action against Tennessee State.