Many eyes in the college basketball world will be on Hagan Arena Wednesday as the Saint Joseph's Hawks look to beat the odds vs the Temple Owls in NCAA hoops betting action.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
Sportsbooks (including Sportsbook) had the Saint Joseph's Hawks betting line as -1-point favorites in this particular matchup earlier in the day. Also, watch for the Sportsbook over/under total value at Sportsbook.
Temple Owls vs Saint Joseph's Hawks Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The Saint Joseph's Hawks sit at 3-2 (2-3 ATS) on the college basketball season. By comparison, the Temple Owls are currently 4-2 (5-0 ATS). Looking to bet on the total points scored? Saint Joseph's is 1-4 OU, and Temple is 4-1 OU.
The Odds Shark Power Rankings have the Saint Joseph's Hawks at No. 113 and the Temple Owls at No. 61 heading into this college basketball betting matchup.
Statistical Matchup
The game also pits Saint Joseph's's No. 176-ranked offense, averaging 72.8 PPG, against a Owls defense that ranks No. 192 at 74.83 PPG. The Hawks field goal percentage has averaged 43.43% so far, less than the Owls marksmen have achieved on the year, 44% per game.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
West Virginia was victimized for 22 points and 22 rebounds by Obi Enechionyia as the Owls bested the Mountaineers 81-77 in college basketball action on Friday.
The Hawks endured a 73-63 loss at the hands of the Wolfpack on Monday, despite a 23-point effort from Shavar Newkirk at Virgin Islands Sport .
Next Betting Matchups
Temple home to Pennsylvania, Saturday, December 3rd
Saint Joseph's at Villanova, Saturday, December 3rd