Temple Owls vs Florida Atlantic Owls Picks and Predictions for Wednesday March 11 2026

By: Kim Smith Published 03/11/2026, 01:50 AM ET

The Temple Owls and Florida Atlantic Owls meet in the American Conference Championship 1st Round on Wednesday at Legacy Arena at BJCC in Birmingham, Alabama. Tipoff is scheduled for 9:00 PM ET with television coverage on ESPN+. Both teams finished the regular season in the middle of the conference standings and now look to extend their seasons in this tournament matchup. At the time of this writing the odds were not released. Be sure to check out our free college basketball picks for more betting insight and daily selections.

Temple Hoping to Reverse Recent Struggles

The Temple Owls enter the American Conference Tournament with a 16-15 overall record and have been inconsistent away from home late in the season. Temple has recently won over Tulane while recently losing to Tulsa, Rice, Florida Atlantic, and Wichita State. That stretch highlights a team that has struggled defensively in several games while trying to keep pace offensively.

Temple averages 74.4 points per game while allowing 71.0 points per contest this season. The Owls shoot 45% from the field, average 33.8 rebounds per game, and produce 12.6 assists per contest. Defensively, Temple contributes 4.0 blocks and 5.5 steals per game, which helps them create some disruption when their defense is active.

One key factor for Temple entering this matchup is its ability to control tempo and generate defensive stops. The Owls tend to play better when they slow the pace and rely on half-court execution rather than high-scoring shootouts. If Temple can tighten its defense and limit second-chance opportunities, it could stay competitive.

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Florida Atlantic Looking to Capitalize on Offensive Balance

The Florida Atlantic Owls come into the tournament with a 17-14 overall record and have been fairly competitive away from home this season. Florida Atlantic has recently won over Charlotte, Temple, and UTSA while recently losing to Wichita State and North Texas. That recent stretch shows a team capable of winning close games when it executes offensively.

Florida Atlantic averages 79.5 points per game while allowing 74.8 points per contest. The Owls shoot 46% from the field, average 38.8 rebounds per game, and produce 13.5 assists per contest. Defensively, Florida Atlantic records 5.5 blocks and 5.9 steals per game, giving them a solid interior presence.

Florida Atlantic’s biggest advantage in this matchup is its rebounding and offensive production. The Owls score more than five points per game more than Temple and have a significant edge on the glass. If Florida Atlantic controls rebounds and maintains offensive efficiency, it should be able to dictate the pace of the game.

Temple Owls vs Florida Atlantic Owls Pick

Pick: Florida Atlantic Owls Moneyline

Florida Atlantic enters this matchup with the stronger offensive numbers and a rebounding advantage that could be decisive. The Owls have already defeated Temple recently and have shown the ability to control tempo when playing efficiently. If Florida Atlantic maintains its scoring rhythm, it should have the edge in this tournament matchup.

Temple Owls vs Florida Atlantic Owls Total Pick

Pick: Over if the total is set at 150.5

I like the over in this matchup because Florida Atlantic tends to play in higher-scoring games and averages nearly 80 points per contest. Temple can also contribute enough offense when its shooting improves, and the Owls’ rebounding advantage could create additional possessions. If the pace increases early, this game could climb into the 150 range.

Final Score Prediction: Florida Atlantic Owls 80, Temple Owls 74

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