Temple Owls at UConn Huskies ATS Prediction 01/29/20

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It figures to be a low-scoring affair as the Temple Owls (10-9, 2-5 AAC) head to UConn to play the Huskies (10-9, 1-5 AAC). The game starts at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, January 29, 2020, and will air on ESPNews.

Temple Owls vs. UConn Huskies ATS Odds

Both teams lost in their last contest. The Huskies fell to the Tulsa Golden Hurricane, 79-75, while the Owls were defeated by the Penn Quakers, 66-59.

Temple had a turnover percentage of 7.7 (better than their season average of 16.7) while UConn had a turnover percentage of 11.8 (better than their season average of 17.4). Akok Akok put together a solid performance for UConn with 13 points, seven rebounds and seven blocks. Temple, meanwhile, was led by Quinton Rose, who recorded 21 points.

The Owls dominated this series last year, securing victories in both games. In the last matchup, Temple won 78-71. The Owls’ offensive rebounding percentage was their largest advantage over the Huskies. Temple had a rate of 34.5, while UConn posted a mark of 25.0. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.

Baskets could be hard to come by as a pair of the country’s top defenses square off. UConn ranks 47th in defensive efficiency (92.6) and Temple is 39th (92.2).

Temple Owls at UConn Huskies Odds Pick

Free Basketball Tip: SU Winner – UConn, ATS Winner – UConn, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • UConn ranks 15th in three pointers allowed per game (17.2) while Temple ranks 263rd (26.2).
  • The Owls average 8.2 steals per game, which ranks 37th in the nation. The Huskies rank 150th in steals allowed per game (7.1).
  • UConn averages 13.0 assists per game, which ranks 147th in the country. Temple ranks 148th in assists allowed per game (13.1).
  • The Huskies rank 70th in rebounds per game (38.3) while the Owls rank 236th in rebounds allowed per game (38.2).
  • UConn ranks second in blocks per game (6.8) while Temple ranks 157th in blocks allowed per game (4.4).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Huskies have been outscored by an average of 2.2 points in their last five games. On the season, UConn has defeated opponents by an average of 5.3 points.
  • During their last five games, the Owls have scored an average of 61.8 points per game (6.1 below their season average) and allowed an average of 68.2 points per game (3.4 above their season average).