Florida Atlantic Tops Temple in Close Contest
Sunday, January 18, 2026, 12:00 PM ET · Liacouras Center
Florida Atlantic Owls 79, Temple Owls 73, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Florida Atlantic Owls vs Temple Owls?
Florida Atlantic Owls beat Temple Owls 79-73 at Liacouras Center on January 18, 2026.
Who was favored in Florida Atlantic Owls vs Temple Owls?
Florida Atlantic Owls were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -162 (about 62% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Florida Atlantic Owls secured a 79-73 victory over the Temple Owls at the Liacouras Center. This game was significant as it showcased the competitive nature of both teams in the NCAAB landscape, with Florida Atlantic improving their record to 14-6 while Temple fell to 11-8.
Florida Atlantic entered the game on a three-game winning streak, having recently defeated Wichita State 85-67 and Memphis 89-78. Their offensive prowess was evident, averaging 87.9 points in their last ten games while allowing 73.8 points, indicating a high-scoring style of play. Conversely, Temple had a solid record of 7-3 in their last ten games but was coming off a narrow loss to Memphis, 55-53. The Owls averaged 73.6 points scored and allowed 64.4 points during that stretch, suggesting a more balanced but less explosive offense compared to their opponents.
At home, Temple had a record of 6-2, with a recent home win against East Carolina 75-67. In contrast, Florida Atlantic’s away record was 2-3, making this victory particularly important for their confidence on the road. The previous meeting between these two teams occurred on February 16, 2025, where Florida Atlantic also emerged victorious with an 83-81 win, showcasing a trend of close encounters between the two.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details on player availability, which can often influence game outcomes. However, the absence or presence of key players can significantly affect team performance, particularly in high-stakes matchups like this one.
The betting lines from DraftKings indicated Florida Atlantic as a 2.5-point favorite, with a total set at 148.5. This suggests that the market anticipated a competitive game, reflecting both teams' scoring capabilities. The odds for Florida Atlantic to win outright were -162, while Temple was listed at +136.
Conditions in the Liacouras Center were conducive to a high-energy game, with both teams feeding off the crowd's enthusiasm. Fans witnessed a thrilling second half where Florida Atlantic maintained their lead through critical free throws and timely layups. Notably, Derrian Ford's layup and Isaiah Elohim's free throws were pivotal in the closing moments, extending their lead to 79-73.
As the game progressed, viewers were treated to a showcase of skillful plays, including Aiden Tobiason's impressive three-point jumper that briefly brought Temple within striking distance. However, Florida Atlantic's ability to convert free throws down the stretch ultimately sealed their victory.
In summary, this matchup highlighted the competitive spirit of both teams, with Florida Atlantic continuing their upward trajectory while Temple looks to regroup after a hard-fought loss. The game not only reflected their current form but also set the stage for future encounters in the NCAAB season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | FAU -2.5 | 148.5 o -115 / u -105 | Florida Atlantic Owls -162 · Temple Owls +136 |
Leaders
- PointsAiden Tobiason23Temple Owls
- AssistsDerrian Ford2Temple Owls
- ReboundsDerrian Ford7Temple Owls
- PointsJosiah Parker22Florida Atlantic Owls
- AssistsKanaan Carlyle4Florida Atlantic Owls
- ReboundsJosiah Parker12Florida Atlantic Owls
Recent form
Temple Owls
Last 10: 7-3Streak L173.6 scored · 64.4 allowed per game5-1 at home
- L53-55at Memphis TigersJan 15
- W75-67vs East Carolina PiratesJan 8
- 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
Florida Atlantic Owls
Last 10: 7-3Streak W387.9 scored · 73.8 allowed per game2-3 away
- W85-67vs Wichita State ShockersJan 16
- W89-78vs Memphis TigersJan 11
- W76-71at UAB BlazersJan 8
- L66-69at Tulane Green WaveJan 4
- W110-70vs UTSA RoadrunnersDec 31
- L80-85at UCF KnightsDec 23
- L75-88at Saint Mary's GaelsDec 20
- W105-79vs UAlbany Great DanesDec 13
- W112-55vs Saint Leo MonarchsDec 11
- W81-76at Florida Gulf Coast EaglesDec 7
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 | Florida Atlantic Owls | Temple Owls |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-67 | 21-57 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 37 |
| Three-pointers | 3-19 | 6-22 |
| Three-point % | 16 | 27 |
| Free throws | 16-24 | 25-32 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 78 |
| Rebounds | 39 | 41 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 31 |
| Assists | 10 | 7 |
| Steals | 8 | 7 |
| Blocks | 4 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 52 | 30 |
| Fouls | 25 | 25 |
| Largest lead | 8 | 9 |
| Lead changes | 7 | 7 |
| Time in front | 25 | 66 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half42-46Babatunde Durodola makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half42-47Babatunde Durodola makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-47Josiah Parker makes 3-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half44-48Aiden Tobiason makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half44-49Aiden Tobiason makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half45-49Niccolo Moretti makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-49Niccolo Moretti makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-51Derrian Ford makes driving layup
- 2nd Half48-51Josiah Parker makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-51Maxim Logue makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half52-51Josiah Parker makes driving layup
- 2nd Half52-54Gavin Griffiths makes 23-foot three point jumper (Aiden Tobiason assists)
- 2nd Half53-54Niccolo Moretti makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-54Josiah Parker makes 8-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half57-54Josiah Parker makes 11-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half57-56Gavin Griffiths makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half60-56Xander Pintelon makes 25-foot three point jumper (Niccolo Moretti assists)
- 2nd Half60-58Gavin Griffiths makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half60-59Gavin Griffiths makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half63-59Devin Vanterpool makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kanaan Carlyle assists)
- 2nd Half63-60Aiden Tobiason makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-61Aiden Tobiason makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-62Aiden Tobiason makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-62Josiah Parker makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half67-62Josiah Parker makes layup (Kanaan Carlyle assists)
- 2nd Half69-62Kanaan Carlyle makes layup (Niccolo Moretti assists)
- 2nd Half69-63Derrian Ford makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-64Derrian Ford makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-66Derrian Ford makes layup
- 2nd Half71-66Josiah Parker makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half73-66Josiah Parker makes layup
- 2nd Half74-66Josiah Parker makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half74-68Derrian Ford makes layup
- 2nd Half75-68Isaiah Elohim makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-70Aiden Tobiason makes layup
- 2nd Half76-70Isaiah Elohim makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-70Isaiah Elohim makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-73Aiden Tobiason makes 24-foot three point jumper (Masiah Gilyard assists)
- 2nd Half78-73Kanaan Carlyle makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-73Kanaan Carlyle makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Temple Owls, below favours Florida Atlantic Owls.
Venue
- Liacouras CenterPhiladelphia, PA
- Attendance2588
- OfficialsJames Breeding, Brian Dorsey, K.B. Burdett Jr.
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