Both are 0-4 in Conference USA action. Bettors have been lured in with Marshall’s seven-game losing streak. In the Herd's last game, an 87-77 loss to Rice, the market rose 2.5 to 3 points against the Owls. Yet this is the spot the betting market should pounce on. Last season, Marshall had its way with Florida International, winning by 13 and 17 points, respectively, and both those were at FIU. Take the Thundering Herd as their shots finally fall.

The Thundering Herd play the Golden Panthers in a Miami matchup tonight. Marshall has won nine straight meetings against FIU, but my model is predicting that tonight this streak should be in jeopardy. It's projecting this game as a pick'em, so taking the 2.5 points with the Golden Panthers is going to be the recommended play. The Panthers are 7-1 SU at home this year, and Marshall has only covered once in its ten games since late November. The Herd is also just 1-5 ATS on the road. FIU will want to defend home court and get a program win against a stumbling Marshall, take the extra points.