Delaware vs FIU Prediction 2/12/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

In this article we will formulate a Delaware vs FIU prediction for this College Basketball game on Thursday, February 12th at the Ocean Bank Convocation Center in Miami, Florida. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Delaware Blue Hens Betting Preview

The Delaware Blue Hens are 7-16 (3-9) this season after they defeated Middle Tennessee in overtime by a score of 89-88 in their last game. Delaware trailed 43-41 at halftime, but they were able to force overtime, where they escaped with the very close win. The Blue Hens shot 55% from the field, 50% on three pointers, and 90% on free throws in the game. Justyn Fernandez led Delaware with 27 points and eight rebounds, while Christian Bliss added 21 points and eight assists in the win. 

Prior to that game, Delaware lost to Liberty by a score of 75-69 and UTEP by a score of 70-55. The Blue Hens have scored 66.4 points per game with 31.3 rebounds and 12.5 assists per game, while they have allowed 72.3 points against per game this season. Christian Bliss is averaging 15.9 points and 5.9 assists per game, while Justyn Fernandez is averaging 15.2 points and 4.9 rebounds per game for the Blue Hens. Delaware is shooting 44.3% from the field, 76.2% on free throws, and 35.7% on three pointers this season. 

FIU Panthers Betting Preview

The FIU Panthers are 11-12 (4-8) this year after they lost to Western Kentucky by a score of 80-70 in their last game. FIU led 38-30 at halftime, but they were outscored 50-32 in the second half for the loss. The Panthers shot 43% from the field, 41% on three pointers, and 79% on free throws in the game. Zawdie Jackson led FIU with 17 points and three assists, while Eric Dibami added 14 points and six rebounds in the loss. 

Prior to that game, FIU defeated Middle Tennessee by a score of 88-84, but lost to Jacksonville State by a score of 78-74 before that. The Panthers have scored 82.4 points per game with 38.8 rebounds and 15.6 assists per game, while they have allowed 78.8 points against per game this season. Corey Stephenson is averaging 18.3 points and 6.7 rebounds per game, while Julian Mackey is averaging 12.9 points and 2.6 rebounds per game for the Panthers. FIU is shooting 45.9% from the field, 68.0% on free throws, and 35.4% on three pointers this year. 

Why the Florida International Panthers will win

• Delaware has lost each of its last eight Thursday night games.

Why the Delaware Blue Hens will win

• Florida International has lost five of its last six night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Each of Delaware’s last eight night games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 144 or fewer points.
• Ten of Florida International’s last 11 night games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 150+ points.

Delaware vs FIU Prediction 

Delaware comes into this matchup after splitting their last four games, but they are just 1-2 in their last three road games. The Blue Hens are shooting 44% from the field and they have scored fewer than 70 points in three of their last five. FIU has alternated wins and losses over their last five games and they have allowed 78+ points in five straight games. The Panthers are shooting 46% from the field and they score plenty of points, but their defense has been brutal. Take the over here.

David Racey's Pick: Over 148.5