Marshall vs Georgia Southern Prediction 2/14/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

In this article we will formulate a Marshall vs Georgia Southern prediction for this College Basketball game on Saturday, February 14th at the Jack and Ruth Ann Hill Convocation Center in Statesboro, Georgia. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Marshall Thundering Herd Betting Preview

The Marshall Thundering Herd are 16-9 (8-4) this season after they defeated Old Dominion by a score of 81-79 in their last game. Marshall trailed 47-34 at halftime, but they scored 47 points in the second half for the close win. The Thundering Herd shot 54% from the field, 48% on three pointers, and 65% on free throws in the game. Wyatt Fricks led Marshall with 24 points and 13 rebounds, while Jalen Speer added 18 points and 10 assists in the win. 

Prior to that game, Marshall lost to Miami (OH) by a score of 90-74, but did beat Southern Miss by a score of 81-77 before that. The Thundering Herd have scored 80.0 points per game with 38.1 rebounds and 16.9 assists per game, while they have allowed 75.0 points against per game this season. Wyatt Fricks is averaging 14.9 points and 5.7 rebounds per game, while Noah Otshudi is averaging 14.6 points and 3.6 rebounds per game for the Thundering Herd. Marshall is shooting 46.4% from the field, 72.4% on free throws, and 36.7% on three pointers this season. 

Georgia Southern Eagles Betting Preview

The Georgia Southern Eagles are 14-12 (6-7) this year after they lost to Appalachian State by a score of 81-65 in their last game. Georgia Southern trailed 31-27 at halftime and they allowed 50 points in the second half in the loss. The Eagles shot 38% from the field, 35% on three pointers, and 67% on free throws in the game. Tyren Moore led Georgia Southern with 17 points and six assists, while Spudd Webb added 12 points and five rebounds in the loss. 

Prior to that game, Georgia Southern lost to Texas State by a score of 77-71 and Louisiana by a score of 69-60. The Eagles have scored 80.3 points per game with 35.1 rebounds and 11.3 assists per game, while they have allowed 79.6 points against per game this season. Spudd Webb is averaging 16.0 points and 4.5 rebounds per game, while Tyren Moore is averaging 13.9 points and 2.8 rebounds per game for the Eagles. Georgia Southern is shooting 43.0% from the field, 72.2% on free throws, and 31.7% on three pointers this year. 

Why the Marshall Thundering Herd will win

• Georgia Southern has lost each of its last five home games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Marshall has won 12 of its last 14 day games against the Sun Belt Conference.
• Georgia Southern has lost the first half in three of its last four home games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Each of Marshall’s last 10 road day games against the Sun Belt Conference have produced a total of 158 or fewer points.
• Each of Georgia Southern’s last seven games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 161 or fewer points.

Marshall vs Georgia Southern Prediction 

Marshall comes into this matchup after winning three of their last four games, but they will be on the road here. The Thundering Herd are shooting 46% from the field and they have allowed 77+ points in three straight games. Georgia Southern has lost three in a row and they are shooting 43% from the field. Marshall is the much better offensive team and I like them to win on the road here.

David Racey's Pick: Marshall ML