Match Analysis: Temple Owls vs Boston College Eagles – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-15
- Time: 7:00 PM UTC
- Location: Liacouras Center, Philadelphia, PA
Game Overview
The Temple Owls host the Boston College Eagles in an early season NCAA basketball matchup. Temple is undefeated at 2-0 and playing at home with strong offensive efficiency, while Boston College is struggling at 1-2 with recent shooting woes and poor road performance after home losses.
Key Factors to Consider
- Temple Owls have a 2-0 record with dominant offensive performance averaging 86.5 points per game on 60% effective FG%, strong defense limiting opponents to ~64 points. Boston College is 1-2, shooting poorly especially beyond the arc, averaging 71 points, and has lost eight of their last nine road games after a home loss.
- Boston College won the previous matchup 72-69, but Temple has won 14 of their last 16 games at home including recent comfortable wins. Current odds favor Temple by 2.5 points.
- No significant injuries reported for either team impacting the starting lineup or rotation.
- Temple plays at home, maintaining a strong home court advantage. Boston College has shown poor performances in day games and struggles following home defeats, factors likely to suppress their effectiveness.
- Temple aims to keep their perfect record and maintain momentum in front of their home fans. Boston College looks to rebound from early season setbacks and prove competitiveness on the road.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Temple -156, Boston College +130 | Temple Owls | β β β β β 78% |
| Spread | Temple -2.5 -110, Boston College +2.5 -110 | Temple Owls -2.5 | β β β β β 70% |
| Over/under | Over 144.5 -115, Under 144.5 -105 | Under 144.5 | β β β ββ 68% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Temple Owls 3% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 144.5 13% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Under 144.5 at 13% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 13.9% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Temple Owls to win moneyline and cover the spread, with total points going under the line.
Predicted Score: Temple Owls 75, Boston College Eagles 66