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UMass Favored to Win in Basketball Hall of Fame Tip-off Tournament Against Temple Despite Recent Struggles

UMass and Temple are set to face off in the Basketball Hall of Fame Tip-off Tournament on November 23rd, with UMass holding a 1-3 record and Temple at 3-2. UMass has struggled with three consecutive losses after their lone win against New Hampshire, while Temple started strong with three wins but has since lost to Boston College and Florida State. The game is scheduled for 5 P.M. EST, with UMass favored to win according to betting odds. The current line has UMass as a -1.5 point favorite.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Owls +105 | Minutemen -125
• Spread: Owls +1.5 (-110) | Minutemen -1.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 148.25 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that UMass will win straight-up is 56%.

Temple vs UMass Stats

Temple Owls

The UMass men's basketball team is currently 1-3 this season, having lost their last three games. Despite a strong start with a win over New Hampshire, they have since suffered losses to West Virginia, Louisiana Tech, and Hofstra. In their most recent game, they fell to Hofstra in overtime after a late 3-pointer by Rashool Diggins gave them a brief lead. Jaylen Curry led the team with 22 points, while Diggins is the top scorer with an average of 16.8 points per game. UMass has a 2-2 record against the spread and is 1-1 as favorites. On the other hand, Temple is ranked 142 in offense, averaging 80.50 points per game, and 151 in defense, allowing an average of 69.25 points against them. With a 3-2 record this season, Temple has been struggling with a 1-4 ATS. They have been fairly efficient offensively, shooting well from the field and performing well from beyond the arc, but have room for improvement defensively.

UMass Minutemen Analysis

Temple has had a mixed start to the season, with a 3-2 overall record. The Owls started strong with wins at home against Sacred Heart, Monmouth, and Drexel but have since suffered back-to-back losses to Boston College and Florida State. In their latest game, a 78-69 loss to Florida State, Temple struggled with shooting and was outscored in the paint. Leading the team in points is Jamal Mashburn Jr., with an average of 23.5 points per game, while Steve Settle III leads in rebounds with 8.8 per game. Temple is 1-4 against the spread this season. Looking ahead, the Owls will face off against UMass Minutemen, who have a power ranking of 191 and a mix of offensive and defensive stats that place them in the middle of the pack in NCAA basketball..ImageIcon: https://images.app.goo.gl/Qaof3Lgjvdb1D7Ey9

Temple's Strategic Style of Play Gives Them Edge Against UMass Despite Underdog Status

Temple is considered the underdog in this upcoming game due to their recent matchup with Florida State on Friday. UMass, on the other hand, has had a full week of rest leading up to this game. Despite this, I predict that the Owls will emerge victorious, primarily due to their strategic style of play. Ranked 204th in tempo, Temple showcases a deliberate pace that may prove difficult for UMass to counter. Additionally, with Jamal Mashburn as a scoring powerhouse for Temple, their offensive advantage is evident. Conversely, UMass has recently struggled, particularly in defense, as demonstrated by their loss to Hofstra. With Mashburn's offensive prowess and UMass's inefficiency on offense, it is likely that Temple will control the game. Hence, I recommend leaning towards the Owls securing a cover in this matchup.

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