Govs went nearly 13 minutes before committing their first turnover of the game.

Govs grabbed nine first-half offensive rebounds and 18 for the game, led by junior Drake Reed and sophomore Ernest Fields five offensive grabs a piece.

Reed recorded his second straight double-double (17 points, 10 rebounds); it was his third of the season and seventh of his career.

Govs committed a season-low four turnovers and allowed a season-low 55 points, holding Jacksonville State scoreless over the last 4:08.

Senior Derek Wright dished out four or more assists for the fifth consecutive game.

Govs shot only 50 percent (14-28) from the line.

The Governors grabbed a season-high 40 rebounds as a team, led by Reed's 10.

It was the Govs fifth straight win. They improved to 5-0 in the OVC.

The win was Coach Dave Loos' 280th as head coach of the Governors.

Quotes Jacksonville State
Head Coach Dave Loos

What are some key factors in the success you team has had in OVC play this season
“We've shot the ball better here as of late. That wasn't the case tonight but overall I'm pleased of how we've shot the ball. I think we are doing a good job of rebounding and not making a lot of turnovers. When you do them things you always have a chance to win.”

In tonight's win, three players came off the bench and contributed, how important is it as we go along in conference play to have depth on the roster
“I think it's going to be real important. When play a number of games this week and we need players to step up and contribute when they come into the game. We you play in conference like we do, it's always a plus when you have extra players on your roster that can make plays.”

On surviving and getting a win
“I'm proud to get a win. I thought Jacksonville State had a good game plan and really the bottom line I thought was they outplayed us for most of the tonight. However, we made enough plays at the end to win and that's the thing you want to do this time of year.”