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GAME THREAD: Marshall @ FAU - February 1, 2020

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FAU Hosts High-Scoring Marshall Saturday Afternoon


What: Marshall (10-12, 4-5) @ Florida Atlantic (13-9, 5-4)

When: Saturday, February 1st, 2020 @ 4:00 PM Eastern

Where: Abessinio Court at Roofclaim.com Arena

Series: The Herd own a 7-2 advantage over the Owls, with MU winning last year's contest 96-84.


TV: None

Stream: ESPN+ *Fee

Radio: FoxSports 640

Live Stats: Here

Marshall Team Site: Here



Marshall at a Glance:

Offense - 75.0 PPG, 45% FG, 29% 3PT

Defense - 72.1 PPGA, 41% FGA, 33% 3PTA

Rebounding - 38.0 RPG Thundering Herd, 39.1 RPG Opponents


Notables

Marshall enters Saturday's contest following an impressive 10 point upset at FIU. The Herd saw five players hit double digits in the win.

It is shocking to see a Dan D'Antoni team with poor perimeter shooting. The three-point ball has been a staple of the Herd during D'Antoni's six years in Huntington. But as the old saying goes, you live by the three, you die by the three. MU comes to Boca under .500 thanks to their 334th ranked three-point shooting.

The Thundering Herd are led by the back court duo of Taevion Kinsey (16 PPG) and Jarrod West (14 PPG). The FAU defense will have to keep a close eye on Kinsey, who has eight +18 point performances on the season.

Marshall claimed the CIT Tournament Championship in 2018-2019



FAU at a Glance:

Offense - 71.3 PPG, 43% FG, 34% 3PT

Defense - 68.2 PPGA, 44% FGA, 33% 3PTA

Rebounding - 34.9 RPG Owls, 34.0 RPG Opponents


Notables

After an impressive upset win over WKU, the Owls look to continue their strong home form against Marshall. Jailyn Ingram collected a team high 16 points and 6 rebounds in the win, which includes the go-ahead score to in the game's final minute.

Everett Winchester suffered a knee injury before the team took their road trip to Charlotte and ODU. He is now expected to miss the remainder of the season. Therefore, expect a continued increased in minutes for  Michael Forrest, who scored 12 points in 31 minutes last time out.

FAU has struggled with consistent production inside during their road trip, however Karlis Silins looked effective in the win over Marshall, scoring 10 points and 5 rebounds. The Owls will need a strong performance from their bigs if they hope to protect The Burrow on Saturday afternoon.


Opening Line: FAU -1


Additional Links:

2019-2020 FAU Basketball Schedule - FAU Owl's Nest

2019-2020 FAU Basketball Season Discussion Thread - FAU Owl's Nest

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Looks like the line is going to hold at FAU -1 at the tip.

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Interesting to see such a large starting five for FAU. Especially against a guard heavy team like Marshall.


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It's about time to play ball!


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We know that Marshall will put up points. But so far it's FAU lighting up the scoreboard.


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Owls continue to attack the pain, this time with Ingram slamming it home.


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Ugly several minutes of play from both offenses. The scoring drought is made even worse with neither side having attempted a free throw yet.


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The teams must've heard our complaints, because they're lighting it up as we near the break.


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Halftime. Owls lead Marshall 36-25.

This 11 point margin is the largest of the game.


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Owls start the second half strong, but Marshall have converted 5 of their last 7 FGs.


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