NCAAB · Final

Texas State Bobcats Edge Marshall Thundering Herd 72-68

Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Strahan Arena at the University Events Center

Texas State Bobcats 72, Marshall Thundering Herd 68, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Marshall Thundering Herd vs Texas State Bobcats?

Texas State Bobcats beat Marshall Thundering Herd 72-68 at Strahan Arena at the University Events Center on January 28, 2026.

Who was favored in Marshall Thundering Herd vs Texas State Bobcats?

Marshall Thundering Herd were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -185 (about 65% implied). The underdog won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Texas State Bobcats triumphed over the Marshall Thundering Herd with a final score of 72-68. This victory was particularly significant for Texas State as it marked a reversal of fortunes against Marshall, having lost their previous encounter earlier in the season, 71-77, on January 3, 2025.

The Bobcats entered this game with a home record of 12-11, while the Thundering Herd boasted a slightly better away record of 13-8. Texas State had struggled recently, having a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, and were on a two-game losing streak prior to this matchup. They averaged 71.3 points scored but allowed 77.1 points per game during this stretch. In contrast, Marshall was in better form, winning seven of their last ten games and riding a two-game winning streak into the contest. They averaged 82.7 points scored and allowed 71.9 points during their recent games.

The game took place at Strahan Arena at the University Events Center, where the Bobcats had a home record of 3-1 in their last four games. Marshall, however, had struggled on the road with a 1-2 record in their last three away games. The market had priced the game with Marshall as 3.5-point favorites according to DraftKings, with a total set at 147.5.

In terms of scoring, the game featured a series of critical plays in the second half. The Bobcats managed to pull ahead with key contributions from players like Kaden Gumbs, who made a pivotal 22-foot three-point jumper, and Mark Drone, who sealed the game with two successful free throws in the closing moments. The scoring plays highlighted the Bobcats' resilience as they fought back from a deficit, showcasing their ability to execute under pressure.

The injury picture did not appear to significantly affect either team, allowing both squads to field their strongest lineups. This factor likely contributed to the competitive nature of the game.

As the final buzzer sounded, the Bobcats' victory not only improved their record but also provided a much-needed boost in confidence as they look to build on this success moving forward in the season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	MRSH -3.5	147.5 o -110 / u -110	Marshall Thundering Herd -185 · Texas State Bobcats +154

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Leaders

PointsMark Drone17Texas State Bobcats
AssistsKyndall Davis4Texas State Bobcats
ReboundsKyndall Davis9Texas State Bobcats
PointsWyatt Fricks16Marshall Thundering Herd
AssistsJalen Speer3Marshall Thundering Herd
ReboundsMatt Van Komen10Marshall Thundering Herd

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