The California Golden Bears (1-2) face off against the Temple Owls (4-1) in the Legends Classic at Barclays Center. Action starts at 5:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 20, 2018.
California Golden Bears vs. Temple Owls Betting Odds
Both teams fell in their last matchup. The Owls lost to the VCU Rams, 57-51, while the Golden Bears lost a winnable game to the St. John’s Red Storm, 82-79.
California had an effective field goal percentage of 0.647 (above their season average of 0.476) while Temple held VCU to an offensive rebounding percentage of 22.6 (below their season average of 29.6). Nate Pierre-Louis was a key piece for Temple with 11 points, eight rebounds and six steals. California, meanwhile, was led by Justice Sueing, who had 19 points and nine rebounds.
Expect California to dominate the offensive glass in this matchup. Since the 2017-18 season, the Golden Bears rank 41st in offensive rebounding percentage (33.8 percent), while Temple ranks 293rd in defensive rebounding percentage (68.9 percent).
California Golden Bears vs. Temple Owls Betting Pick
Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Temple, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Temple ranks 113th in three pointers attempted per game (23.3) while California ranks 320th (16.0).
- The Golden Bears rank 165th in rebounds allowed per game (35.0) while the Owls rank 269th (37.5).
- Temple averages 7.2 steals per game, which ranks 60th in the nation. California ranks 125th in steals allowed per game (6.0).
- The Golden Bears rank 26th in blocks per game (4.8) while the Owls rank 171st (3.2).
- Temple ranks 147th in assists allowed per game (13.1) while California ranks 291st (15.7).
