New Mexico State vs FIU Prediction, Picks & Odds | 02 Jan 2026

College Basketball Betting Preview: New Mexico State vs FIU

The New Mexico State go up against the Florida International Panthers, with tip-off scheduled for 12:00 on Friday, January 2.

We are having a bet on FIU to beat New Mexico State. You can back our prediction at -100 on the Moneyline and we think this offers good value.

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New Mexico State previous game saw them claim a 104-33 home win over University of the Southwest Mustangs.

Florida International Panthers were defeated last time out. They were beaten at home to Liberty Flames by a 97-94 scoreline.

Head-to-Head Statistics

NM State had the edge in the most recent matchup between these teams. They recorded a 76-48 win over FIU. NM State have racked up three straight wins over FIU. On the head-to-head front, they have won 3 of the past 4.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
New Mexico State	8-3	853	721	132	7-1	1-2	2W
FIU	7-5	1057	956	101	7-2	0-3	1L

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New Mexico State vs FIU Prediction & Picks

Take on New Mexico State vs FIU with our in-depth betting analysis, featuring an expert match prediction, scoreline advice and a value-driven bet builder. Scroll down for the full breakdown.

Game Prediction

FIU look great value on the Moneyline and our pick is that they will claim a victory. We’re happy to take the -100 that the home team triumph in this college showdown.

We use the latest team news and injury updates to help shape the best possible basketball predictions. You’ll also notice we take a stats-led approach by factoring in the key college hoops numbers that truly make a difference.

Key New Mexico State vs FIU stats:

• FIU have won 4 of their last 5 games at home.
• FIU have won 7 of their last 10 games at home.
• NM State have lost 4 of their last 5 games on the road.
• NM State have lost 11 of their last 20 games on the road.
• NM State have lost their last 2 games on the road.

FIU Moneyline Probability

The best betting apps make it a 50% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. However, our analysts think that the probability sits between 55-60% taking all factors into consideration. This college basketball bet can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Our Game Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

NM State 78 - 80 FIU

There’s every chance that this is going to be a close game and we’ll have a play on the Panthers enjoying a 80-78 winning scoreline. Hopefully this can go close.

New Mexico State vs FIU Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

FIU are on offer at -100 on the Moneyline if you want to back this franchise, with New Mexico State available at -120. The sportsbook traders give the road team a 55% probability of success.

The current spread is 1.5 and the total points line is 154.5. There are many ways to bet on basketball including the Totals. If you fancy Over 154.5, this outcome can be backed at -105.

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Moneyline

NM State

-120

FIU

-100

Point Spread

NM State -1.5

-105

FIU +1.5

-115

Total Points

Under 154.5

-115

Over 154.5

-105

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New Mexico State Stats

FIU Stats

Moneyline

• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 141.90 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 133.40 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 154.5: Covered in 1 of the previous 10 games
• Over 154.5 on the Road: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 77.00 pts and allowed 64.90 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 66.50 pts and allowed 66.90 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 170.10 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 165.60 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 154.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
• Over 154.5 at Home: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 89.00 pts and allowed 81.10 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 90.80 pts and allowed 74.80 pts in the last 10 home games

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Conference USA	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Liberty	9-3	979	812	167	6-1	3-2	3W
New Mexico State	8-3	853	721	132	7-1	1-2	2W
Louisiana Tech	8-4	861	673	188	8-0	0-4	2W
Kennesaw State	8-4	1120	913	207	6-1	2-3	2L
Sam Houston	8-4	1057	897	160	4-0	4-4	1W
Middle Tennessee	7-5	918	854	64	6-2	1-3	1L
Missouri State	7-5	880	836	44	6-2	1-3	3W
FIU	7-5	1057	956	101	7-2	0-3	1L
Western Kentucky	7-5	996	923	73	6-2	1-3	2L
Jacksonville State	6-6	899	763	136	5-4	1-2	2W
UTEP	4-8	859	858	1	4-3	0-5	1L
Delaware	4-8	795	871	-76	3-5	1-3	1L

• Overall = Overall Wins-Losses
• PF = Total Points For
• PA = Total Points Against
• N. Pts = Point Differential
• Home = Home Record
• Away = Away Record
• Strk = Current Streak

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