The Marshall Thundering Herd (10-12, 4-5 CUSA) will be at FAU Arena to challenge the Florida Atlantic Owls (13-9, 5-4 CUSA) in a CUSA matchup. Action starts at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 1, 2020.
Marshall Thundering Herd vs. Florida Atlantic Owls ATS Odds
Both teams beat their last opponent. The Owls defeated the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers 69-65, while the Thundering Herd beat the FIU Panthers 84-74.
The Thundering Herd forced 17 turnovers and held the Panthers to an effective field goal percentage of 0.441 (below their season average of 0.541). Meanwhile, Florida Atlantic’s 40.0 offensive rebounding percentage was their largest advantage over Western Kentucky, who had a mark of 29.7. The Owls’ mark was above their season average of 29.3. Jailyn Ingram put together a solid game for Florida Atlantic with 16 points and six rebounds. Marshall was lifted by Iran Bennett, who recorded 18 points and six rebounds.
The Thundering Herd dominated this series last year, emerging victorious in both games. In the last matchup, Marshall won 76-61. Marshall’s rebounding was their largest strength. The Thundering Herd had more offensive rebounds (9 vs. 2), defensive rebounds (31 vs. 28) and total rebounds (40 vs. 30). This is the first time these teams will go head-to-head this year.
It could be a mistake-prone game for the Florida Atlantic offense. Florida Atlantic ranks 182nd in the nation in ball protection (turnover percentage of 19.2 percent), while the ball-hawking defense of Marshall forces the 64th-most turnovers in the country (21.8 percent).
Marshall Thundering Herd at Florida Atlantic Owls Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Florida Atlantic, ATS Winner – Florida Atlantic, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Marshall ranks eighth in blocks per game (6.0) while Florida Atlantic ranks 188th (2.1).
- The Owls rank 46th in three pointers attempted per game (25.7) while the Thundering Herd rank 113th (22.9).
- Marshall ranks 15th in assists allowed per game (9.8) while Florida Atlantic ranks 74th (11.6).
- The Owls average 36.9 rebounds per game, which ranks 102nd in the country. The Thundering Herd rank 266th in rebounds allowed per game (39.1).
- Florida Atlantic ranks 93rd in steals per game (7.0) while Marshall ranks 207th in steals allowed per game (8.5).
Bettings Trends:
- The Thundering Herd have been outscored by an average of 0.4 points in their last five games. For the season, Marshall has defeated opponents by an average of 2.9 points.
- During their last five games, the Owls have scored an average of 70.8 points per game (0.5 below their season average) and allowed an average of 72.4 points per game (4.2 above their season average).
