Expect a fast-paced game when the Marshall Thundering Herd (9-12, 3-5 CUSA) visit FIU to play the Panthers (14-7, 5-3 CUSA). The game begins at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 30, 2020.
Marshall Thundering Herd vs. FIU Panthers ATS Odds
Both teams fell in their last contest. The Panthers got blown out by the Charlotte 49ers, 75-49, while the Thundering Herd lost to the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers, 91-84.
Marshall had an offensive rebounding percentage of 43.2 (above their season average of 30.4) while FIU had a much better turnover percentage (13.1 vs. 19.9). FIU was led by Eric Lovett, who recorded 15 points. Jarrod West was a key piece for Marshall with 15 points, 11 assists and six rebounds.
The Thundering Herd dominated this series last year, taking both contests. In the most recent game, Marshall won 94-78. Marshall’s free throw rate was their biggest advantage over FIU. The Thundering Herd had a rate of 0.182, while the Panthers posted a mark of 0.101. This is the first time these teams will clash this year.
There could be a fair amount of transition offense in this meeting that features two of the country’s more fast-paced teams. FIU currently ranks 14th in possessions per game (75.3) and Marshall is 24th (74.3). It could also be a sloppy game for the Thundering Herd’s offense, which ranks 291st in ball protection (turnover percentage of 21.1 percent). They’ll be going up against the stingy defense of the Panthers, which forces the 54th-most turnovers in the NCAA (22.3 percent).
Marshall Thundering Herd at FIU Panthers Betting Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – FIU, ATS Winner – FIU, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Marshall averages 38.0 rebounds per game, which ranks 79th in the country. FIU ranks 274th in rebounds allowed per game (41.0).
- The Panthers rank first in blocks per game (7.0) while the Thundering Herd rank 84th in blocks allowed per game (3.2).
- FIU ranks 31st in three pointers attempted per game (26.7) while Marshall ranks 110th (22.9).
- The Panthers rank 14th in steals per game (9.3) while the Thundering Herd rank 201st in steals allowed per game (8.5).
- Marshall ranks 14th in assists allowed per game (9.8) while FIU ranks 130th (12.6).
Bettings Trends:
- The Thundering Herd have been outscored by an average of 4.6 points in their last five games. On the season, Marshall has defeated opponents by an average of 2.6 points.
- During their last five games, the Panthers have scored an average of 77.2 points per game (2.4 below their season average) and allowed an average of 76.8 points per game (3.4 above their season average).
