South Florida vs Temple Prediction 2/26/25 College Basketball Picks

In this article, we will formulate a South Florida vs Temple prediction for this College Basketball game on Wednesday, February 26th at the Liacouras Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

South Florida Bulls Betting Preview

The South Florida Bulls are 13-15 (6-9) this year after they lost to North Texas by a score of 64-57 in their last game. South Florida trailed 40-26 at halftime, but they did outscore North Texas by a total of 31-24 in the second half in the loss. The Bulls shot 34.5% from the field, 7.7% on three-pointers, and 69.6% on free throws in the game. Brandon Stroud led South Florida with 20 points and nine rebounds, while Jamille Reynolds added 10 points and 11 rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that loss, the Bulls defeated UTSA by a score of 78-73 but did lose to UAB by a score of 85-78 before that. South Florida has lost four of their last five games and they are currently tied for eighth in the AAC standings with a 6-9 record. South Florida has scored 75.4 points per game and they have allowed 74.5 points per game, while also averaging 34.5 rebounds and 14.8 assists per game this season. Jamille Reynolds is averaging 13.0 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 1.6 blocks per game, while Jayden Reid is averaging 12.1 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game this year. South Florida is shooting 45% from the field, 72.5% on free throws, and 32.3% on three-pointers this season. 

Temple Owls Betting Preview

The Temple Owls are 14-14 (6-9) this season after they lost to UAB by a score of 80-64 in their last game. Temple trailed 41-32 at halftime and allowed 39 more points in the second half in the loss. The Owls shot 41.7% from the field, 29.4% on three-pointers, and 75% on free throws in the game. Zion Stanford led Temple with 17 points and eight rebounds, while Steve Settle III added 12 points and three rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that loss, the Owls lost to Charlotte by a score of 78-72 and FAU by a score of 83-81. Temple has lost six games in a row and they are currently tied for eighth with South Florida in the AAC standings. Temple has scored 79.6 points per game and they have allowed 78.7 points per game, while also averaging 36.5 rebounds and 10.9 assists per game this season. Jamal Mashburn Jr. is the leading scorer for Temple, but he has only played in two games during this month, while Zion Stanford is averaging 12.2 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game this year. Temple is shooting 44.9% from the field, 74.2% on free throws, and 36.2% on three-pointers this season. 

Why Temple will beat South Florida 

• Temple has won six of its last seven night games at Liacouras Center against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• South Florida has lost five of its last six road games against the American Athletic Conference.
• Temple has won the first half in five of its last six games against the American Athletic Conference at Liacouras Center.

Why South Florida will beat Temple 

• Temple has lost each of its last six games against the American Athletic Conference.
• South Florida has won eight of its last nine road night games against Conference opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Each of Temple’s last eight home games has produced a total of 154+ points.
• Six of South Florida’s last seven road night games against the American Athletic Conference have produced a total of 151 or fewer points.

South Florida vs Temple Prediction 

Temple comes into this game trying to snap their lengthy losing streak, but they continue to play some very bad defense. The Owls have allowed 78.7 points per game this year and they have allowed at least 80 points in eight of their last nine games. South Florida has also struggled over the last few weeks and their defense has allowed at least 80 points in five of their last seven games. These two teams played earlier in the season, with South Florida winning by a score of 100-91 in double overtime. I know Temple went under the total in their last game, but they have been an over machine over the last month. Take the over here.