Who's Playing

Central Michigan @ Marquette

What to Know

The Central Michigan Chippewas will face off against the Marquette Golden Eagles at 8 p.m. ET Thursday at Al McGuire Center. Returning after a rocky 7-23 year, the Chippewas are aiming to prove that the past does not define them. Marquette was 19-13 last season and is coming off of a 79-69 victory against the Radford Highlanders on Monday.

Since the experts predict a defeat, CMU will need to dig deep. We'll soon see whether they can make the experts look bad.

How To Watch

  • When: Thursday at 8 p.m. ET
  • Where: Al McGuire Center -- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
  • TV: Fox Sports 2
  • Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
  • Follow: CBS Sports App
  • Ticket Cost: $39.00

Odds

The Golden Eagles are a big 17.5-point favorite against the Chippewas, according to the latest college basketball odds.

The oddsmakers were right in line with the betting community on this one, as the game opened as a 17.5-point spread, and stayed right there.

Over/Under: -110

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Series History

This is the first time these teams have played each other within the last seven years.