Charleston Cougars vs Temple Owls Prediction - November 11, 2026

Matchup Overview

Charleston enters 2-0 and has looked efficient on offense, posting 111.5 points per game with strong shooting and rebounding through two games. Temple is 1-1, and its raw offensive production has been limited so far, but the Owls have been more solid on the defensive end, holding opponents to 67.5 points per game and carrying a better defensive rating in the underlying efficiency data. This matchup is a contrast in styles and sample sizes. Charleston has been explosive early, but Temple’s home setting and better defensive profile give the Owls a path to control tempo and reduce the Cougars’ efficiency edge. If Charleston’s shooting normalizes closer to its longer-run efficiency levels, Temple’s home advantage becomes more important, especially in a game projected to be competitive into the final minutes.

Market Trends

• ●Charleston Cougars are 14-5 against the spread and have hit the over in 17 of 30 games.
• ●Temple Owls are 13-17 against the spread and have hit the under in 18 of 30 games.

Prediction Summary

Temple is the projected winner at home in a close game, with a forecast score of 72-68. Charleston’s early offensive output has been stronger, but Temple’s better defensive numbers and home court create the more reliable side at the current market price. The expected game script favors a tighter, lower-scoring finish, which supports Temple on the moneyline and a modest total near 140.