<p>Looking to win big? The Wolves and Governors face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Governors are hosting the game at F&M Bank Arena in Clarksville, TN. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 130.5 points, and Austin Peay is favored by -8.5 to win at home against West Georgia.</p><h3>WEST GEORGIA WOLVES VS AUSTIN PEAY GOVERNORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Austin Peay Governors -8.5</p><p>This game will be played at F&M Bank Arena at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE AUSTIN PEAY GOVERNORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 94-57 in favor of the Governors.</li><li>Not only will Austin Peay pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 130.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 151 points.</li></ul><h3>Will West Georgia Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>West Georgia's season continued to struggle as they fell to 1-13 after a 78-62 home loss to Stetson on Saturday. The Wolves, who were -4 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 140, falling short of the 148.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Despite leading 32-30 at halftime, West Georgia's defense faltered in the 2nd half, allowing 48 points while scoring just 30. This collapse was a key factor in their latest defeat.</p><p>West Georgia struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 34.8% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.4%, and they hit only 55% of their free throws.</p> <p>Mehki Ellison led the way with 25 points and 5 assists, shooting 60% from the floor. Josh Massey added 21 points, hitting 85.7% of his shots, while Jordan Wood contributed 16 points and 9 rebounds, connecting on 3 of 5 from deep.</p><p>Even though West Georgia gave up 78 points, their defense held the opponent to just 34% shooting from the field, with 23 made baskets on 66 attempts. Inside the arc, the opposing team shot 35%, hitting 18 of their 51 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, West Georgia allowed 5 threes on 15 attempts, a 33% shooting rate. The opponent also struggled from the free-throw line, making 11 of 20 for 55%. West Georgia gave up 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Do the Governors Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Austin Peay’s season continued to struggle as they fell to 4-9 after a 68-44 loss to Jacksonville on Saturday. The Governors, who were +6 underdogs going into the game, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 112, falling short of the 130.5 O/U line.</p> <p>In the game, Austin Peay trailed 27-19 at halftime and couldn’t turn things around in the 2nd half. They scored 25 points after the break but allowed Jacksonville to put up 41 points, leading to the lopsided final score.</p><p>Austin Peay's offense struggled mightily in their last game, managing just 44 points on 27.5% shooting from the field. They hit only 4 of 28 attempts from beyond the arc, finishing with a 14.3% three-point percentage and an effective field goal percentage of 30.4%.</p> <p>Robert McCray led the team with 15 points and 4 assists, while Zach Bell and LJ Thomas each added 12 points. Bell shot 71.4% from the field, while Thomas connected on just 5 of 18 attempts.</p><p>Despite giving up 68 points, Austin Peay's defense struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 46% from the field, hitting 24 of 52 attempts. Inside the arc, the Governors allowed 19 two-point field goals on 41 attempts, also at a 46% clip.</p> <p>From three-point range, Austin Peay's defense saw their opponent connect on 5 of 11 shots, good for 45%. They also sent the opposing team to the line 20 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 75%. The Governors gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

West Georgia Wolves vs Austin Peay Governors NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

BetDSI

Bookmaker

Bet US

 Up to $250 in Free Bets + 100 Free Spins

West Georgia Wolves vs Austin Peay Governors NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

BetDSI

Bookmaker

Bet US

BetOnline

Bovada