Temple Owls (9-17) vs. Wichita State Shockers (11-16)
February 25, 2024 4:00 pm EDT
The Line: Wichita State Shockers -6.5; Over/Under: +142.5
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The Temple Owls need a win after losing 10 of their last 11 games. The Wichita State Shockers need a win after losing 5 of their last 7 games. Let’s preview this game and give out a Temple Owls vs Wichita State Shockers prediction.
Temple Owls Betting Preview
The Temple Owls recently lost to Charlotte and FAU while beating UTSA. The Temple Owls are averaging 71.2 points on 38.7 percent shooting and allowing 74.2 points on 44.3 percent shooting. Hysier Miller is averaging 15.6 points and 3.7 rebounds, while Jordan Riley is averaging 12.5 points and 6 rebounds. Jahlil White is the third double-digit scorer and Steve Settle III is grabbing 5.5 rebounds. The Temple Owls are shooting 30 percent from beyond the arc and 73 percent from the free throw line. The Temple Owls are allowing 32.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 32.8 rebounds per game.
Wichita State Shockers Betting Preview
The Wichita State Shockers recently lost to East Carolina and Charlotte, while beating Tulsa. The Wichita State Shockers are averaging 72.4 points on 44.6 percent shooting and allowing 73.2 points on 42.2 percent shooting. Colby Rogers is averaging 15.6 points and 3.4 rebounds, while Xavier Bell is averaging 11.9 points and 3.1 rebounds. Harlond Beverly is the third double-digit scorer and Kenny Pohto is dishing 1.3 assists. The Wichita State Shockers are shooting 31 percent from beyond the arc and 69.8 percent from the free throw line. The Wichita State Shockers are allowing 32.4 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 35.5 rebounds per game. Wichita State will meet UAB after this one.
Wichita State Shockers Team Facts
- Wichita State has lost eight of its last nine day games.
- Each of Wichita State’s last four day games at Charles Koch Arena have produced a total of 149+ points.
- Wichita State has lost the first half in six of its last seven day games against the American Athletic Conference at Charles Koch Arena.
Temple Owls Team Facts
- Temple has lost each of its last six road games.
- Four of Temple’s last five games against Conference opponents have produced a total of 148+ points.
- Temple has lost the first half in each of its last six games against the American Athletic Conference.
Temple Owls vs Wichita State Shockers prediction
The Wichita State Shockers are the more talented team and should be favored at home, but they’re still a below average team that I have no confidence in laying points with. The Temple Owls are even worse, but they did beat Wichita State last month and that’s worth noting. Wichita State is five games below a .500 record and is 9-15-2 ATS on the season. I’m not laying this many points. It’s Temple or pass for me.
