
Temple vs Memphis Prediction 1/16/25 College Basketball Picks Today
Memphis (13-3) vs. Temple (10-6)
January 16, 2025 7:00 pm EDT
The Line: Temple +8.5; Over/Under: 154.5
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In this article, we will formulate a Temple vs Memphis prediction for this College Basketball game on Thursday, January 16th at the Liacouras Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Temple Owls Betting Preview
The Temple Owls are 10-6 (2-1) this year after they defeated Rice by a score of 73-70 in their last game. Temple led 35-31 at halftime, but they were outscored 39-38 in the second half in the loss. The Owls shot 39.3% from the field, 50% on three-pointers, and 71.9% on free throws in the game. Jamal Mashburn Jr. led Temple with 24 points and four rebounds, while Quante Berry added 11 points and four rebounds in the game.
Prior to that win, the Owls lost to East Carolina by a score of 80-79 but did beat Wichita State by a score of 91-85 before that. Temple has won three of their last four games and they are currently tied for second in the loss column in the American standings. Temple has scored 78.9 points per game and they have allowed 74.2 points per game, while also averaging 37.8 rebounds and 11.1 assists per game this year. Jamal Mashburn Jr. is averaging 20.7 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game, while Steve Settle III is averaging 11.1 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game this year. Temple is shooting 44.8% from the field, 72.7% on free throws, and 35.7% on three-pointers this season.
Memphis Tigers Betting Preview
The Memphis Tigers are 13-3 (3-0) this season after they defeated East Carolina by a score of 74-70 in their last game. Memphis led 38-24 at halftime, but they did allow 46 points in the second half in the win. The Tigers shot 41% from the field, 26.1% on three-pointers, and 78.3% on free throws in the game. PJ Haggerty led Memphis with 25 points and four rebounds, while Tyrese Hunter added 14 points and four rebounds in the win.
Prior to that game, the Tigers defeated North Texas by a score of 68-64 and FAU by a score of 90-62. Memphis has won four games in a row and their three losses so far this year came against Mississippi State, Arkansas State, and Auburn. Memphis has scored 78.8 points per game and they have allowed 73.6 points per game, while also averaging 35.4 rebounds and 12.9 assists per game this season. PJ Haggerty is averaging 22.4 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game, while Tyrese Hunter is averaging 15.1 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game this year. Memphis is shooting 46.5% from the field, 73.9% on free throws, and 40% on three-pointers this season.
Why Temple will beat Memphis
- Temple has won each of its last six games at Liacouras Center.
- Temple has won the first half in four of its last five games.
Temple vs Memphis Prediction
Memphis comes into this matchup looking to extend their four-game winning streak, but they are on the road for this game. The Tigers are only shooting 46.5% from the field, but they are scoring 78.8 points per game on the year. Temple has won three of their last four games, but they are shooting 44.8% from the field. The Owls have scored 91 points in two of their last four games, but their defense has had some problems, as they have allowed at least 79 points in three of their last five. I do think Memphis is going to get the win on the road, but we have seen them play in two straight close games and I think Temple can keep this one interesting. Take the points with Temple here.