FIU Panthers vs. LSU Tigers Picks and Prediction for Thursday, November 13th, 2025
Use Code WWWC The FIU Panthers (1-1, 0-1 ATS, 1-0 O/U) meet the LSU Tigers (2-0, 2-0 ATS, 1-1 O/U in a non-conference meeting on Thursday evening, and we have everything you need to know and the prediction. The Panthers were hit with a road loss by Nebraska in their previous action. The Tigers remain undefeated with a home win against New Orleans on Monday.
Can LSU improve to 3-0 and win this one by more than 20 points on Thursday evening? Keep reading for the FIU vs. LSU prediction. Do you need a boost in your handicapping? Try our NCAAB Picks!
FIU Dealt First Defeat of Season
The FIU Panthers are targeting their second win. FIU had an easy one to tip off its season, posting an easy 101-49 win against Florida National, which does not play DI. That game did not have a betting spread. Next, the second clash was a tough matchup. They headed on the road for the first time this season and were pelted with a 96-66 road loss against Nebraska of the Big 10. FIU did not come close to covering as they were 21.5-point dogs. They shot 39% while Nebraska converted on 55% of their shots.
Larry Olayinka has been a threat in the early going. The junior forward spent last season with Samford. Olayinka scored 25 points in the opener and amassed 12 points against Nebraska. Corey Stephenson was a big scorer for CSUB last year. The senior guard has been productive so far, sinking a total of 27 points, but has only shot 40%.
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Zawdie Jackson averaged 10.5 PPG last season, and the program is hoping he can improve on that number. The senior guard was dominant in the opener but only managed five points on 25% shooting in the defeat against Nebraska. Julian Mackey was sharp against Nebraska, amassing 12 points. The senior guard is posting 10.5 PPG in his first two games. Thiago Sucatzky has scored 11 points on 40% shooting in his two efforts.
The Panthers are ranked 209th in DI in Ken Pomeroy’s ratings. They were voted to finish in the C-USA preseason media poll, chosen by the coaches. FIU is averaging 83.5 points after two games, ranking them 211th. They are shooting 46.2%. The Panthers have a 45.2% opponent field goal %, and have conceded an average of 72.5 points, placing them 145th.
LSU Improves to 2-0 on Season
The LSU Tigers are hoping to improve to 3-0 in this one. LSU has enjoyed an easy schedule after two games. They earned a blowout 96-60 home win against Tarleton State to begin the season, covering the 15-point spread. LSU netted a 93-58 home win against New Orleans on Monday night and also covered the 19-point spread. LSU connected on 43% of its shots in the win. LSU has an easy schedule wth no challenging opponents until next month. The Tigers are not expected to be contenders in the SEC.
Max McKinnon is a key transfer. The senior guard spent last season with Portland, where he enjoyed an outstanding season, averaging 14.5 PPG. McKinnon scored 19 on the opener and issued just two points in the win on Monday. He has connected on 50% of his shots. Dedan Thomas Jr. should have a big season. The junior guard averaged 15.6 PPG with UNLV last year. Thomas Jr. has enjoyed a strong start, amassing 29 points.
Mike Nowko is in his first season with the Tigers. The junior forward spent last season with Mississippi State. where he delivered 6.1 PPG. He scored 11 points in the opener and 22 points on Monday. Jalen Reed could be in for a breakout season. The junior forward only played in eight games last year and was productive, averaging 11 PPG. He has scored 26 points in two games. Robert Miller III had a strong freshman season, where he averaged 4.5 PPG. The sophomore has scored 16 points and added 10 boards.
LSUI is ranked 40th in the country in Ken Pomeroy’s ratings. They were voted to finish 13th in the SEC preseason poll chosen by the media. LSU is averaging 94.5 points after two games, ranking them 139th. LSU is shooting 54% while holding its two opponents to 31% shooting. The Tigers have conceded an average of 59 points, placing them 29th in the country.
FIU vs. LSU Pick
Spread Pick for FIU vs. LSU
- LSU Tigers -21.5 (5 units)
The FIU Panthers are 1-1 after two games, but their win was against Florida National, which does not play DI. They had to play Nebraska in their second game and were not close, losing by 30 points. The LSU Tigers have taken advantage of easy opponents in their two games, but the key is that they won by mammoth numbers, winning by 35+ points in the two wins.
Furthermore, FIU does not have the scoring punch to stay in this game. They are only averaging 102.6 points per 100 possessions according to Ken Pomeroy’s ratings, compared to 115.6 points per 100 by LSU. Also, the Tigers' defense is better. They are also conceding 9 fewer points per 100 possessions. LSU has connected on 40% of its threes, which is key considering the Panthers are pegged 356th in the country in three-point defense
Over/Under Pick for FIU vs. LSU
- Over (5 units)
I expect plenty of scoring. FIU has been decent in the offensive end. They were able to score 66 points against Nebraska in their previous game, which helps push that total over. They are playing at a quick pace, ranking 69th in adjusted tempo out of 360 teams.
In addition, LSU is piling on the points, amassing 96 and 93 points in its two games. I expect another huge output considering FIU surrendered 96 points against Nebraska in their previous game. Nebraska connected on 55% of its shots in that one, and I expect a similar number by an LSU team that is clicking on the offensive end after two games.
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