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Herd men’s basketball to close out three-game homestand against FIU, looks to extend win streak

The Marshall men’s basketball team looks to extend its winning streak over Florida International Saturday night at the Cam Henderson Center.

The Herd is entering the contest with a 11-6 (4-0 C-USA) record after defeating Florida Atlantic, 96-84, Thursday night. The Panthers are coming in with a 12-6 (3-2 C-USA) record after defeating Western Kentucky on the road, 77-76, Thursday night.

“They’re (FIU) still different than last year,” Marshall head coach Dan D’Antoni said. “(It’s a) much faster pace. I think we’re tough. (The game) should be like our state: wild and wonderful.”

Junior forward Osasumwen Osaghae led the Panthers in points on Thursday with 16, shooting 83 percent (5-of-6) in field goals.