NCAAB · Final

Georgia State Tops Marshall in Close Contest

Saturday, January 10, 2026, 4:00 PM ET · GSU Convocation Center

Georgia State Panthers 81, Marshall Thundering Herd 73, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Marshall Thundering Herd vs Georgia State Panthers?

Georgia State Panthers beat Marshall Thundering Herd 81-73 at GSU Convocation Center on January 10, 2026.

Who was favored in Marshall Thundering Herd vs Georgia State Panthers?

Marshall Thundering Herd were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -218 (about 69% implied). The underdog won.

In a thrilling matchup at the GSU Convocation Center, the Georgia State Panthers emerged victorious against the Marshall Thundering Herd with a final score of 81-73. This game was particularly noteworthy as it marked a turnaround for Georgia State, who had struggled in their recent encounters with Marshall, losing three of their last four meetings prior to this matchup. The victory not only boosts the Panthers' confidence but also adds a significant win to their season, improving their home record to 7-12.

Georgia State's recent form showed a mixed bag, with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games. They entered this contest on the back of a loss to the App State Mountaineers, where they narrowly fell 50-52. However, their scoring average had been decent, with 73.7 points per game over the last ten, although they also allowed an average of 75.2 points, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. In contrast, the Thundering Herd had been on a roll, boasting a record of 6-4 in their last ten games and riding a four-game winning streak into this match. Marshall averaged 77.3 points scored while allowing 73.0 points during this stretch, showcasing their offensive capabilities.

When looking at home and away performances, Georgia State had a home record of 2-1 in their last three games, while Marshall had struggled on the road, with an away record of 1-3 in their last four outings. This disparity in home and away performance may have played a crucial role in the outcome of the game.

The teams had faced each other recently on December 31, 2025, where Marshall edged out Georgia State with an 84-80 victory. This previous encounter added an extra layer of motivation for the Panthers as they sought to avenge that loss. The historical record between the two teams now stands at 2-3 in favor of Marshall after this latest game.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant players missing from either side, suggesting both teams were at full strength for this important matchup.

The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Marshall as 4.5-point favorites with a total set at 153.5 points. The odds reflected the Thundering Herd's stronger season record of 11-6 compared to Georgia State's 6-12. However, the Panthers' performance in this game demonstrated their ability to compete against the odds.

The conditions in the arena were conducive to a high-scoring affair, with both teams having shown offensive prowess in their recent games. Fans were treated to a competitive atmosphere as the teams battled for every point. Notable scoring plays included a driving layup by Noah Otshudi and a crucial three-point jumper by Jakai Newton, who played a pivotal role in the second half. Newton's contributions, including free throws that extended the Panthers' lead, were instrumental in securing the win.

As the game progressed, Georgia State's ability to execute in critical moments became evident. They managed to maintain composure in the final minutes, capitalizing on free throws and defensive stops to seal the victory. The Panthers' win probability was listed at 1.0 at the end of the game, underscoring their dominance in the closing moments.

Overall, this matchup highlighted the resilience of Georgia State as they overcame previous defeats to secure a significant win against a rival team. The victory not only boosts their morale but also sets the stage for a more competitive season ahead.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	MRSH -4.5	153.5 o -108 / u -112	Marshall Thundering Herd -218 · Georgia State Panthers +180

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Leaders

PointsJelani Hamilton23Georgia State Panthers
AssistsMalachi Brown3Georgia State Panthers
ReboundsChristian Beam8Georgia State Panthers
PointsWyatt Fricks21Marshall Thundering Herd
AssistsJalen Speer8Marshall Thundering Herd
ReboundsWyatt Fricks10Marshall Thundering Herd

Recent form

Georgia State Panthers

Last 10: 4-6Streak L173.7 scored · 75.2 allowed per game2-1 at home

L50-52vs App State MountaineersJan 9
W89-71at Coastal Carolina ChanticleersJan 3
L80-84at Marshall Thundering HerdDec 31
W110-72vs Columbia (SC) Fighting KoalasDec 28
W70-63at App State MountaineersDec 20
L67-90at Georgia Southern EaglesDec 19
W77-73vs Jacksonville State GamecocksDec 13
L69-92at Kennesaw State OwlsDec 6
L67-78at Mercer BearsDec 3
L58-77at New Mexico State AggiesNov 26

Marshall Thundering Herd

Last 10: 6-4Streak W477.3 scored · 73 allowed per game1-3 away

W66-64at James Madison DukesJan 8
W88-81vs App State MountaineersJan 3
W84-80vs Georgia State PanthersDec 31
W102-52vs WVU Tech Golden BearsDec 24
L63-70at Troy TrojansDec 20
W76-74vs Wright State RaidersDec 13
W77-61vs Western Kentucky HilltoppersDec 11
L81-88at Ohio BobcatsDec 6
L69-70at UNC Wilmington SeahawksDec 4
L67-90vs Lipscomb BisonsNov 26

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Troy	22-12	-	12-6
South Alabama	21-12	1	11-7
Arkansas State	20-12	1	11-7
Texas State	19-13	1	11-7
Marshall	19-13	1	11-7
Coastal Carolina	19-13	1	11-7
App State	19-13	1	11-7
James Madison	18-15	3	9-9
Southern Miss	19-16	3	9-9
Georgia Southern	21-16	4	8-10
Old Dominion	12-21	5	7-11
Louisiana	11-22	5	7-11
Georgia State	10-22	5	7-11
UL Monroe	4-28	11	1-17

Box score

Stat	Marshall Thundering Herd	Georgia State Panthers
Field goals	25-61	21-54
Field goal %	41	39
Three-pointers	10-30	6-24
Three-point %	33	25
Free throws	13-22	33-39
Free throw %	59	85
Rebounds	34	37
Offensive rebounds	14	14
Defensive rebounds	20	23
Assists	17	9
Steals	8	9
Blocks	3	2
Turnovers	17	14
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	1	0
Technical fouls, total	1	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	15	18
Fast-break points	11	6
Points in the paint	28	26
Fouls	33	21
Largest lead	12	8
Lead changes	5	5
Time in front	56	21

How the scoring went

2nd Half55-47Matt Van Komen makes 0-foot tip in dunk
2nd Half55-48Christian Beam makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half55-49Christian Beam makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half57-49Wyatt Fricks makes 14-foot jumper
2nd Half58-49Wilson Dubinsky makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half59-49Wilson Dubinsky makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half61-49Wyatt Fricks makes 3-foot dunk
2nd Half61-50Jelani Hamilton makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half61-51Jelani Hamilton makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half61-52Jakai Newton makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half61-53Jakai Newton makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half63-53Caleb Hollenbeck makes 18-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half63-54Jakai Newton makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half63-55Jakai Newton makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half65-55Wyatt Fricks makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (Noah Otshudi assists)
2nd Half65-57Jelani Hamilton makes 4-foot dunk
2nd Half66-57Noah Otshudi makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half67-57Noah Otshudi makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half67-58Jelani Hamilton makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half67-59Jelani Hamilton makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half67-60Christian Beam makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half68-60Caleb Hollenbeck makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half68-61Christian Beam makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half69-61Landen Joseph makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half69-63Micah Tucker makes driving layup
2nd Half69-65Jakai Newton makes 0-foot tip in dunk
2nd Half69-66Micah Tucker makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half69-67Micah Tucker makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half69-68Micah Tucker makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half69-69Micah Tucker makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half69-70Christian Beam makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half69-72Jelani Hamilton makes driving layup
2nd Half71-72Noah Otshudi makes driving layup
2nd Half71-74Christian Beam makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half71-77Jakai Newton makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jelani Hamilton assists)
2nd Half71-78Jakai Newton makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half71-79Jakai Newton makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half73-79Wyatt Fricks makes layup (Wilson Dubinsky assists)
2nd Half73-80Jelani Hamilton makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half73-81Jelani Hamilton makes free throw 2 of 2

Win probability

Above the line favours Georgia State Panthers, below favours Marshall Thundering Herd.