NCAAB · Final

Temple Outscores Rice in Close Contest

Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Tudor Fieldhouse

Temple Owls 69, Rice Owls 65, 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 Temple Owls vs Rice Owls?

Temple Owls beat Rice Owls 69-65 at Tudor Fieldhouse on January 21, 2026.

Who was favored in Temple Owls vs Rice Owls?

Rice Owls were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -122 (about 55% implied). The underdog won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Temple Owls edged out the Rice Owls with a final score of 69-65 at Tudor Fieldhouse. This victory marks Temple's second consecutive win against Rice, having previously defeated them 73-70 in January 2025. The game was significant as it showcased the contrasting trajectories of both teams, with Temple holding a stronger overall record of 12-7 compared to Rice's 8-11.

Temple's recent form has been impressive, despite suffering two losses in their last two outings. In their last ten games, they have recorded a 7-3 record, averaging 75.3 points scored per game while allowing only 64.9 points. This scoring average reflects their offensive capabilities, particularly in their ability to maintain a solid defense. Their away record stands at 2-1, indicating a degree of success on the road, which they carried into this game.

On the other hand, Rice has shown some improvement, particularly in their last ten games, where they have achieved a 6-4 record. They are averaging 73.7 points scored and allowing 72.5 points in that stretch. However, their recent form has been mixed, with a record of 2-3 in their last five games, indicating some struggles in maintaining consistency. At home, Rice holds a record of 4-2, which suggests they have been somewhat stronger in familiar surroundings, but this game proved to be a challenge.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Rice favored by 1.5 points, with a total set at 142.5. The odds reflected a close contest, which ultimately played out on the court. Rice's moneyline was set at -122.0, while Temple's was at 102.0, indicating a slight preference for the home team.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing from either team, which meant both squads were likely at full strength for this encounter. This absence of injury concerns allowed both teams to field their best lineups, contributing to the competitiveness of the match.

The game conditions were conducive to a high-energy contest, with both teams looking to establish their rhythm early. Viewers were treated to a display of skill, particularly in the second half, where scoring plays became pivotal. Notably, Jordan Mason made crucial contributions for Temple, including a 21-foot jumper that helped extend their lead. Additionally, Trae Broadnax's layups kept the pressure on Rice, as he scored multiple times in quick succession.

As the game unfolded, it became evident that Temple's ability to execute under pressure was a decisive factor in their victory. They maintained composure down the stretch, with free throws from Mason and Derrian Ford sealing the deal. Rice fought hard to stay in the game, but ultimately fell short.

This fixture highlighted the competitive nature of college basketball, with both teams showcasing their strengths and weaknesses. Temple's victory not only added to their win total but also reinforced their status as a formidable opponent in the league. Meanwhile, Rice will need to regroup and address their inconsistencies as they look ahead to their next challenges.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	RICE -1.5	142.5 o -115 / u -105	Temple Owls +102 · Rice Owls -122

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Leaders

PointsTrae Broadnax17Rice Owls
AssistsCam Carroll5Rice Owls
ReboundsStephen Giwa6Rice Owls
PointsJordan Mason15Temple Owls
AssistsJordan Mason6Temple Owls
ReboundsGavin Griffiths8Temple Owls

Recent form

Rice Owls

Last 10: 6-4Streak W173.7 scored · 72.5 allowed per game4-2 at home

W89-73at UTSA RoadrunnersJan 15
L73-74vs Charlotte 49ersJan 11
W66-64at Wichita State ShockersJan 8
L70-76vs Memphis TigersJan 3
L48-97at Tulsa Golden HurricaneDec 31
L62-84at Pepperdine WavesDec 21
W94-47vs Southwestern Christian U EaglesDec 17
W77-76vs Arkansas State Red WolvesDec 13
W77-72vs Texas State BobcatsDec 4
W81-62vs Oral Roberts Golden EaglesNov 26

Temple Owls

Last 10: 7-3Streak L275.3 scored · 64.9 allowed per game2-1 away

L73-79vs Florida Atlantic OwlsJan 18
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

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	Temple Owls	Rice Owls
Field goals	25-58	26-57
Field goal %	43	46
Three-pointers	5-16	8-17
Three-point %	31	47
Free throws	14-17	5-7
Free throw %	82	71
Rebounds	33	33
Offensive rebounds	11	10
Defensive rebounds	22	23
Assists	8	9
Steals	3	4
Blocks	7	6
Turnovers	6	11
Team turnovers	0	2
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	11	6
Fast-break points	4	6
Points in the paint	20	32
Fouls	10	14
Largest lead	6	10
Lead changes	12	12
Time in front	57	40

How the scoring went

1st Half31-30Gavin Griffiths makes 13-foot jumper
1st Half31-32Jalen Smith makes layup
1st Half33-32Derrian Ford makes 7-foot jumper
2nd Half36-32Derrian Ford makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jordan Mason assists)
2nd Half38-32Derrian Ford makes 16-foot jumper
2nd Half38-34Jalen Smith makes 12-foot jumper
2nd Half38-36Trae Broadnax makes layup
2nd Half38-39Eternity Eguagie makes 23-foot three point jumper (Trae Broadnax assists)
2nd Half39-39Aiden Tobiason makes free throw 1 of 3
2nd Half40-39Aiden Tobiason makes free throw 3 of 3
2nd Half42-39Aiden Tobiason makes layup
2nd Half42-41Trae Broadnax makes 9-foot jumper
2nd Half44-41Derrian Ford makes layup
2nd Half46-41Aiden Tobiason makes layup (Jordan Mason assists)
2nd Half46-43Eternity Eguagie makes 10-foot jumper
2nd Half48-43Gavin Griffiths makes 2-foot dunk (Jordan Mason assists)
2nd Half48-45Stephen Giwa makes layup (Cam Carroll assists)
2nd Half50-45Aiden Tobiason makes 18-foot jumper
2nd Half50-48Eternity Eguagie makes 23-foot three point jumper (Cam Carroll assists)
2nd Half50-51Trae Broadnax makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jalen Smith assists)
2nd Half52-51Derrian Ford makes layup
2nd Half54-51Gavin Griffiths makes 12-foot jumper
2nd Half54-54Nick Anderson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Cam Carroll assists)
2nd Half55-54Jordan Mason makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half56-54Jordan Mason makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half56-55Nick Anderson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half58-55Babatunde Durodola makes layup
2nd Half60-55Jordan Mason makes layup
2nd Half60-57Jalen Smith makes 10-foot jumper
2nd Half62-57Aiden Tobiason makes 17-foot jumper
2nd Half63-57Aiden Tobiason makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half63-59Cam Carroll makes layup
2nd Half65-59Jordan Mason makes 21-foot jumper
2nd Half65-61Trae Broadnax makes layup
2nd Half65-63Trae Broadnax makes layup
2nd Half66-63Jordan Mason makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half67-63Jordan Mason makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half67-65Trae Broadnax makes layup
2nd Half68-65Derrian Ford makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half69-65Derrian Ford makes free throw 2 of 2