Temple Owls vs
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Temple and Charlotte set to clash in high-stakes conference showdown: Who will come out on top?

In an upcoming conference matchup, the Temple (14-12, 6-7 AAC) will face off against the Charlotte (9-17, 2-11 AAC) on Wednesday night. Earlier this season, Temple secured a narrow victory over Charlotte in a double overtime game. Both teams are coming off recent losses, with Temple falling to FAU and Charlotte losing to East Carolina. With a tipoff scheduled for 7:00 EST, Temple is currently the betting favorite at -1.5 points. Stay tuned for more updates on this Temple vs. Charlotte prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Owls -111 | 49ers -108
• Spread: Owls -1.5 (-110) | 49ers +1.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 149 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Temple will win straight-up is 53%.

Temple vs Charlotte Stats

Temple Owls

Temple Owls have experienced a decline in their performance in the A-10 standings, losing all of their last four games and falling to 7th place in the league. Despite playing without their top scorer Jamal Mashburn Jr. due to injury, they have seen strong performances from players like Steve Settle III. The team ranks 153rd overall according to KenPom, with a strong offensive performance but struggles defensively. They have shown potential in three-point shooting and offensive assists. Defensively, they have allowed a high field goal percentage but have been effective in limiting three-pointers. Overall, Temple will need to improve their defensive efficiency to have a chance at making it to the NCAA Tournament.

Charlotte 49ers Analysis

The Charlotte 49ers are currently struggling with a 2-11 record in the American standings and are looking to climb out of the basement with five games remaining. Despite recent losses, they have shown potential for improvement, especially with key players like Giancarlo Rosado and Nik Graves leading the team in scoring. The team's performance on offense and defense has room for growth, with rankings in field goal percentage and defensive rebounds that could be improved upon. With a focused effort in their remaining games, Charlotte has the opportunity to improve their standing in the conference but would likely need to win the AAC Tournament to advance to the NCAA Tournament.

Temple Faces Tough Decision on Mashburn's Return for Critical Conference Tournament Game

Temple's path to success hinges on their performance in the upcoming conference tournament. Securing a top seed seems improbable for the Owls, making an at-large bid also unlikely. Given this situation, it is prudent for Temple to exercise caution in rushing Mashburn back into the lineup for their away game against Charlotte. Mashburn's absence, with his 22.0 PPG contribution, will place added pressure on the predominantly young backcourt players. Additionally, Charlotte has demonstrated competitiveness in previous matchups, especially with Mashburn on the court. With Graves as their leading scorer, coming off a 26-point performance against Temple, Charlotte poses a significant challenge. As they aim to secure a more favorable position in the tournament bracket, Charlotte is motivated to deliver a strong performance against a potentially depleted Temple team. Considering these factors, it is advisable to consider Charlotte to cover in this matchup.

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