Eastern Kentucky defeats Austin Peay 88-82

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RICHMOND, Ky. (AP) — George Kimble III had 27 points in Eastern Kentucky's 88-82 win against Austin Peay on Saturday night.

Kimble shot 10 of 17 from the field, including 4 for 6 from 3-point range, and went 3 for 3 from the line for the Colonels (12-11, 6-4 Atlantic Sun Conference). Montavious Myrick added 14 points while going 5 of 6 and 4 of 6 from the free-throw line and had seven rebounds. Turner Buttry had 13 points and shot 4 of 6 from the field and 4 of 4 from the free-throw line.

The Governors (9-14, 4-6) were led by Sai Witt, who recorded 29 points and six rebounds. LJ Thomas added 19 points, nine rebounds and four assists for Austin Peay. Anton Brookshire had 14 points.

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Eastern Kentucky plays Thursday against FGCU on the road, and Austin Peay hosts North Alabama on Wednesday.

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