Match Analysis: Temple Owls vs La Salle Explorers – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-12
- Time: 12:00 AM UTC
- Location: Liacouras Center, Philadelphia, PA
Game Overview
The Temple Owls (1-0) host the La Salle Explorers (2-0) in a Big Five conference matchup. Temple is favored heavily on the moneyline and spread, with a total points line set at 150.5. Both teams have shown solid early-season form, but Temple's recent dominance in the series and home advantage position them strongly.
Key Factors to Consider
- Temple won their only game convincingly 83-65 with strong performances from key players like Aiden Tobiason (23 points) and Gavin Griffiths (16 points). La Salle is 2-0 with a more modest offensive showing, shooting 37.1% from the field in their recent win and strong three-point shooting at 41.2%.
- Temple has won 5 of the last 6 matchups, including the recent years they dominated the series. Last year La Salle won a close 83-75 game, but overall Temple holds the edge historically and in recent form.
- Minor concern with Harris (Temple) having an ankle issue but likely not out. La Salle reports no significant injuries affecting lineup.
- Game played at Temple's home court, Liacouras Center, which offers a strong home-court advantage. Public betting heavily favors Temple, with sharp money also supporting the Owls.
- Temple aims to extend dominance and assert Big Five control. La Salle seeks the upset and maintain an undefeated start, potentially motivating a strong underdog performance.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Temple Owls: -258, La Salle Explorers: +210 | Temple Owls | β β β β β 75% |
| Spread | Temple Owls -6.5: -110, La Salle Explorers +6.5: -110 | Temple Owls -6.5 | β β β β β 70% |
| Over/under | Over 150.5: -108, Under 150.5: -112 | Under 150.5 | 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 1% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 150.5 4% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Under 150.5 at 4% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 4.6% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Temple Owls to win straight up, cover the -6.5 spread, and the game to go under 150.5 points.
Predicted Score: Temple Owls 78 – La Salle Explorers 69