Taylor scores 39 to lift Austin Peay past McKendree 80-61

CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Terry Taylor had a season-high 39 points as Austin Peay topped McKendree 80-61 on Tuesday night.

Taylor made 9 of 10 foul shots and added nine rebounds.

Carlos Paez had 10 points for Austin Peay (5-5), which earned its fifth straight home victory. Antwuan Butler added nine assists.

The Governors forced a season-high 26 turnovers.

Jakobie Robinson had 12 points for the Bearcats. Logan Kohrmann added 11 points.

Austin Peay plays Duquesne on Saturday.