Temple Owls Defeat East Carolina Pirates 75-67
Wednesday, January 7, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Liacouras Center
Temple Owls 75, East Carolina Pirates 67, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won East Carolina Pirates vs Temple Owls?
Temple Owls beat East Carolina Pirates 75-67 at Liacouras Center on January 7, 2026.
Who was favored in East Carolina Pirates vs Temple Owls?
Temple Owls were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -410 (about 80% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Temple Owls secured a 75-67 victory over the East Carolina Pirates at the Liacouras Center. This win marks an extension of Temple's impressive home record, which now stands at 11-5 overall and 4-2 at home this season. The Owls have been in excellent form recently, boasting a 7-3 record over their last ten games and riding a six-game winning streak. They have averaged 76.2 points per game while allowing 68.7 during this stretch.
The Pirates, on the other hand, have struggled this season with a 5-10 overall record and a 0-1 mark in away games. Their recent performance has not been encouraging, as they have lost their last two games, contributing to a 3-7 record over their last ten outings. East Carolina has averaged 64.7 points per game while allowing 73.9, indicating defensive vulnerabilities that have plagued them throughout the season.
In terms of previous meetings, the two teams had split their earlier encounters in the 2025 season, with Temple winning 98-94 at home and losing 79-80 in an away game. This latest victory adds to Temple's momentum and highlights their ability to perform well at home.
Injuries did not play a significant role in this matchup, as both teams were able to field their key players. The market had Temple favored by 7.5 points according to DraftKings, with a total set at 143.5. The Owls' moneyline was priced at -410, while the Pirates were at +320, reflecting the disparity in their recent performances.
The game conditions were favorable for basketball, with both teams showcasing their skills in front of a supportive crowd at the Liacouras Center. As the game progressed, key scoring plays included a step-back three-pointer by Jordan Riley and crucial free throws from Derrian Ford and Jordan Mason, which helped seal the victory for Temple.
With this win, Temple continues to establish itself as a formidable force in the league, while East Carolina will need to regroup and address their defensive issues as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | TEM -7.5 | 143.5 o -108 / u -112 | East Carolina Pirates +320 · Temple Owls -410 |
Leaders
- PointsGavin Griffiths24Temple Owls
- AssistsJordan Mason5Temple Owls
- ReboundsGavin Griffiths6Temple Owls
- PointsJordan Riley29East Carolina Pirates
- AssistsIsaiah Mbeng6East Carolina Pirates
- ReboundsGiovanni Emejuru9East Carolina Pirates
Recent form
Temple Owls
Last 10: 7-3Streak W676.2 scored · 68.7 allowed per game4-2 at home
- W76-57vs UTSA RoadrunnersJan 3
- W76-73at Charlotte 49ersDec 31
- W65-61vs Princeton TigersDec 23
- W68-63at Davidson WildcatsDec 19
- W95-67vs Saint Francis Red WolvesDec 14
- W103-57vs Georgian Court LionsDec 10
- L69-70vs Saint Joseph's HawksDec 6
- L56-74at Villanova WildcatsDec 1
- L75-90vs Rhode Island RamsNov 27
- W79-75at Princeton TigersNov 26
East Carolina Pirates
Last 10: 3-7Streak L264.7 scored · 73.9 allowed per game0-1 away
- L70-79vs Tulane Green WaveDec 31
- L51-99at North Carolina Tar HeelsDec 23
- W74-53vs Presbyterian Blue HoseDec 18
- W73-70vs Buffalo BullsDec 14
- L54-67vs App State MountaineersDec 12
- L78-82vs UNC Greensboro SpartansDec 6
- W68-56vs Maryland Eastern Shore HawksDec 3
- L58-67vs St. Bonaventure BonniesNov 27
- L56-89vs Michigan State SpartansNov 25
- L65-77vs Charleston Southern BuccaneersNov 22
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Florida | 25-9 | - | 15-3 |
| Tulsa | 30-8 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Wichita State | 24-12 | 2 | 13-5 |
| UAB | 20-12 | 4 | 11-7 |
| North Texas | 19-14 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Florida Atlantic | 18-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Charlotte | 17-17 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Tulane | 18-15 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Temple | 16-16 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Memphis | 13-19 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Rice | 13-18 | 8 | 7-11 |
| East Carolina | 11-20 | 9 | 6-12 |
| UTSA | 5-25 | 14 | 1-17 |
Box score
| Stat | East Carolina Pirates | Temple Owls |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-52 | 22-55 |
| Field goal % | 50 | 40 |
| Three-pointers | 3-10 | 10-24 |
| Three-point % | 30 | 42 |
| Free throws | 12-21 | 21-26 |
| Free throw % | 57 | 81 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 30 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 19 |
| Assists | 12 | 11 |
| Steals | 7 | 9 |
| Blocks | 7 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 7 | 18 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 24 |
| Fouls | 18 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 18 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 99 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half32-50Masiah Gilyard makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jordan Mason assists)
- 2nd Half34-50Jordan Riley makes 14-foot jumper
- 2nd Half34-51Masiah Gilyard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half35-51Giovanni Emejuru makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half37-51Giovanni Emejuru makes 1-foot dunk (Jordan Riley assists)
- 2nd Half39-51Eli DeLaurier makes 9-foot turnaround jump shot (Isaiah Mbeng assists)
- 2nd Half41-51Jordan Riley makes driving layup
- 2nd Half41-53Gavin Griffiths makes 2-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half44-53Jordan Riley makes 24-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Mbeng assists)
- 2nd Half44-54Jordan Mason makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-55Jordan Mason makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-55Giovanni Emejuru makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-55Eli DeLaurier makes layup
- 2nd Half47-58Gavin Griffiths makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot (Masiah Gilyard assists)
- 2nd Half49-58Giovanni Emejuru makes layup
- 2nd Half51-58Giovanni Emejuru makes 2-foot dunk (Jordan Riley assists)
- 2nd Half51-60Aiden Tobiason makes driving layup
- 2nd Half53-60Eli DeLaurier makes 8-foot turnaround jump shot (Isaiah Mbeng assists)
- 2nd Half55-60Jordan Riley makes 9-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half55-61Derrian Ford makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-62Derrian Ford makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-62Jordan Riley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-65Gavin Griffiths makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jordan Mason assists)
- 2nd Half56-66Babatunde Durodola makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-67Babatunde Durodola makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-67Giovanni Emejuru makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-67Giovanni Emejuru makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-68Derrian Ford makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-69Derrian Ford makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-69Jordan Riley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-69Jordan Riley makes 3-foot dunk
- 2nd Half61-70Derrian Ford makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-70Jordan Riley makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half64-71Derrian Ford makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-72Jordan Mason makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-73Jordan Mason makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-73Giovanni Emejuru makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-74Derrian Ford makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-75Derrian Ford makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-75Giovanni Emejuru makes layup (Isaiah Mbeng assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Temple Owls, below favours East Carolina Pirates.
Venue
- Liacouras CenterPhiladelphia, PA
- Attendance2128
- OfficialsJason Baker, Blake Harris, Josue Nieves
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