Austin Peay Governors Face Off Against Butler Bulldogs in NCAA Basketball

The Austin Peay Governors are set to face the Butler Bulldogs in an NCAA basketball matchup that took place on Friday, November 8, 2024. The game was held at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana, with a start time of 6:30 p.m. ET. The match was broadcast on Fox Sports 2 and was also available for streaming on fuboTV, subject to regional restrictions.

Both teams entered the game with a 1-0 record. The Butler Bulldogs were coming off a 72-65 win against Missouri State in their season opener, led by Jahmyl Telfort who scored a career-high 29 points, including four three-pointers, along with two steals and two blocks. The Austin Peay Governors, on the other hand, secured a significant victory over Union College with a score of 95-75.

Butler was favored in the game, with a 14.5-point spread according to the latest college basketball odds. The Bulldogs had a strong record last season when favored, going 14-1 and providing a profitable betting outcome for those who backed them consistently.

In addition to their basketball endeavors, Austin Peay State University’s athletic programs have been making other notable strides. The football team, for instance, is preparing to face #15 Abilene Christian on November 9, 2024, as part of their United Athletic Conference schedule. This game is part of a series of home games to close out the regular season and will be held at Fortera Stadium in Clarksville, Tennessee.