| 1 | 2 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| WKU | 32 | 43 | 75 |
| APSU | 33 | 41 | 74 |
Akot nets 20, Western Kentucky takes down Austin Peay 75-74
CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. -- — Emmanuel Akot's 20 points helped Western Kentucky defeat Austin Peay 75-74 on Wednesday night.
Akot was 8 of 14 shooting, including 1 for 3 from distance, and went 3 for 4 from the line for the Hilltoppers (7-1). Jamarion Sharp scored 18 points while shooting 7 of 8 from the field and 4 for 4 from the line, and added nine rebounds and six blocks. Jairus Hamilton was 5 of 9 shooting (1 for 3 from distance) to finish with 13 points.
The Governors (3-5) were led by Elijah Hutchins-Everett, who posted 19 points and six rebounds. Cameron Copeland added 15 points for Austin Peay. Carlos Paez also had 14 points, four assists and two steals.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Coy Gammon
- Kelly Davis
- R.B. Clyburn
2024-25 Conference USA Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| UTEP | 2-0 | - | 12-3 |
| New Mexico State | 2-0 | - | 9-6 |
| Kennesaw State | 1-0 | 0.5 | 9-5 |
| Liberty | 1-1 | 1 | 13-2 |
| Middle Tennessee | 1-1 | 1 | 10-5 |
| Western Kentucky | 1-1 | 1 | 10-5 |
| Florida International | 1-1 | 1 | 7-8 |
| Jacksonville State | 0-1 | 1.5 | 8-6 |
| Louisiana Tech | 0-2 | 2 | 11-4 |
| Sam Houston | 0-2 | 2 | 7-8 |
2024-25 ASUN Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lipscomb | 2-0 | - | 10-5 |
| North Alabama | 2-0 | - | 10-5 |
| Queens University | 2-0 | - | 9-6 |
| Jacksonville | 1-1 | 1 | 7-7 |
| Eastern Kentucky | 1-1 | 1 | 7-8 |
| Austin Peay | 1-1 | 1 | 6-9 |
| Florida Gulf Coast | 1-1 | 1 | 6-9 |
| Central Arkansas | 1-1 | 1 | 5-10 |
| Stetson | 1-1 | 1 | 3-12 |
| North Florida | 0-2 | 2 | 7-8 |
| Bellarmine | 0-2 | 2 | 3-12 |
| West Georgia | 0-2 | 2 | 2-13 |
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