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Wichita St. Shockers vs Temple Owls Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: January 3, 2025 at 7:00 PM ET

Venue: Liacouras Center — Philadelphia, PA

Article updated Jan 3, 2:15 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

Two basketball teams are set to face off in Philadelphia in a highly anticipated matchup. Wichita State recently defeated Friends University while Temple had a strong win

Game outlook

Two basketball teams are set to face off in Philadelphia in a highly anticipated matchup. Wichita State recently defeated Friends University while Temple had a strong win against Buffalo. Temple currently leads in the all-time series and is favored to win in this upcoming game with a -1.5 point spread that has remained unchanged. Fans can expect a competitive game as both teams look to secure a victory on the road.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Shockers +100 | Owls -120

Spread: Shockers +1.5 (-110) | Owls -1.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 153 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Temple will win straight-up is 55%.

Wichita St. Shockers

Wichita State secured their second consecutive victory by defeating Friends University in their latest game, improving their overall record to 10-3 for the season. They displayed a strong performance, taking an early lead and maintaining it throughout the game. Led by Xavier Bell's impressive 29-point contribution, the Shockers showcased their offensive prowess by shooting 51.7% from the field. In terms of statistics, Wichita State ranks 116th in scoring offense, 89th in rebounding, and 240th in scoring defense in the nation. They will need consistent production from key players to make a successful run this season. With a power ranking of 173, the Shockers demonstrate solid offensive efficiency, shooting 45.35% from the field and 73.76% from the free-throw line. Defensively, they are allowing an average of 42.13% field goals and ranking first in the nation by only allowing 58.16% free throws. Their performance in the three-point shooting category, however, ranks at #308 in the NCAAB. For those looking to make predictions, Wichita State presents a strong contender to monitor.

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Temple Owls Analysis

Temple University's basketball team secured their fourth win in five games against Buffalo, improving their overall record to 8-5. They displayed a strong performance, shooting 52.6% from the field and dominating the rebounding battle. Jamal Mashburn Jr. led the team with 18 points. The Owls have an average scoring offense of 78.5 points per game but struggle on the defensive end, allowing an average of 73.2 points per game. Other key players include Steve Settle III and Zion Stanford. Temple shoots 45.1% from the field and averages 6.8 three-pointers per game. They will need contributions from multiple players to continue their success in conference play. Their power ranking is 98, ranking 139th in offense and 240th in defense. Their statistics in field goal percentage, free throws, rebounds, and turnovers are also outlined.

Temple Poised for Victory in Close Matchup Against Wichita State with Home Court Advantage

This matchup features two closely matched teams with similar strengths and weaknesses. Both teams excel offensively and on the boards, but struggle defensively. Shooting percentages for both teams are below average from all areas of the court. The outcome of this game may ultimately come down to home court advantage. Wichita State has a 1-1 record on the road this season, while Temple is undefeated at home. This difference in venue could be the deciding factor in what is expected to be a closely contested game. Considering the home court advantage, it is recommended to choose Temple to secure a narrow victory in this matchup.

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SportsJaw Shockers vs Owls archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Shockers vs Owls matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Wichita St. Shockers-108 → +100Moved
  • Moneyline · Temple Owls-111 → -120Moved
  • Spread · Wichita St. Shockers+1.5 (-110) → +1.25 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Temple Owls-1.5 (-110) → -1.25 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over153 (-110) → 154.25 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under153 (-110) → 154.25 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Wichita St. Shockers
24-12 matchup record · 4-5-1 ATS · 3-7-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Temple Owls
16-16 matchup record · 3-7-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-01-03T19:15:46.824Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-02-25Temple Owls 72 · Wichita St. Shockers 66
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Temple Owls defeated Wichita St. Shockers 91-85

Temple Owls defeated Wichita St. Shockers 91-85 on January 3, 2025, a 6-point decision in the series. Temple Owls' strongest period was the 2nd half, when it outscored its opponent 54-46. Against SportsJaw's recorded Wichita St. Shockers +1.25 (-110) spread, Temple Owls covered, while the 176 combined points finished over the recorded total of 154.25.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • DawhizSpread · Temple Owls -1.5 (-110)Win
  • MookiebetsTotal · Over 153 (-110)Win
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 153 (-110)Win