The FIU Golden Panthers (12-6, 3-2 CUSA) head to Marshall to take on the Thundering Herd (11-6, 4-0 CUSA) in what should be a fast-paced game. The game is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 19, 2019.
FIU Golden Panthers at Marshall Thundering Herd ATS Prediction
In the Golden Panthers’ last matchup, they topped the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers, 77-76. The Golden Panthers had a ridiculous free throw rate of 0.429 (above their season average of 0.260), while the Hilltoppers had a turnover percentage of 21.5 (above their season average of 18.1). FIU received a boost from Osasumwen Osaghae, who was the team’s leading scorer with 16 points on 5-for-6 shooting.
The Thundering Herd were victorious over the Florida Atlantic Owls in their last game, 96-84. One of Marshall’s largest strengths was getting to the free throw line. They made 37 trips to the line, 16 more than Florida Atlantic. C.J. Burks was Marshall’s leading scorer with 30 points on 8-for-14 shooting from the field.
After the Thundering Herd won the only contest against the Golden Panthers last season, 76-66, this will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams. Marshall had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.569 vs. 0.397). FIU, meanwhile, had a much better turnover percentage (7.0 vs. 22.8).
There could be plenty of transition offense in this battle that showcases a pair of the country’s more up-tempo teams. Marshall currently ranks 22nd in possessions per game (75.6) and FIU is first (83.4).
FIU vs. Marshall Pick
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Notes
Betting Notes:
FIU ranks 105th in rebounds per game (36.7) while Marshall ranks 270th (30.5).
The Thundering Herd rank 15th in steals per game (9.1) while the Golden Panthers rank 145th in steals allowed per game (7.2).
Marshall ranks 37th in blocks per game (4.6) while FIU ranks 157th in blocks allowed per game (4.4).
The Thundering Herd rank 25th in three pointers attempted per game (27.6) while the Golden Panthers rank 135th in three pointers allowed per game (22.7).
Marshall averages 14.4 assists per game, which ranks 95th in the country. FIU ranks 171st in assists allowed per game (14.3).
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The Golden Panthers have been outscored by an average of 1.8 points in their last five games. For the season, FIU has defeated opponents by an average of 7.6 points.
During their last five games, the Thundering Herd have scored an average of 77.0 points per game (3.5 below their season average) and allowed an average of 80.8 points per game (0.4 above their season average).
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