Clash at Liacouras Center: Temple Owls vs Wagner Seahawks in Men's Basketball Showdown

As the Temple Owls prepare to host the Wagner Seahawks at the Liacouras Center, fans are eager to see if their team can capitalize on home advantage and start this season with a victory. The Owls, known for their tenacity, will be looking to improve upon last season’s performance where they showed a mix of promise and areas needing improvement.

Analyzing last year's data reveals that the Owls had an average field goal percentage of 40 percent, which they'll be aiming to enhance. Their free-throw percentage stood at 68 percent and true shooting percentage was calculated at 50 percent. From beyond the arc, they managed a three-point percentage of 31 percent while their two-point attempts were successful 45 percent of the time.

The team averaged nearly 67 points per game with approximately 12 assists and over 35 rebounds. Defensively, they were active with an average of nearly five blocks and almost seven steals per game. However, ball security was an issue as turnovers averaged over twelve per game – a statistic Coach McKie has likely emphasized in pre-season training.

Personal fouls averaged around eighteen per game last season; maintaining discipline without sacrificing defensive intensity will be crucial against Wagner. With these stats in mind, it is clear that efficiency on both ends of the court will be key for Temple.

The Liacouras Center has been a fortress for the Owls historically; its energetic atmosphere often acts as a sixth man propelling them forward during tight contests. Fans can expect intense competition as both teams vie for dominance on opening night.

Mark your calendars for November 8th when Temple takes on Wagner right here in Philadelphia at Liacouras Center. Tip-off is scheduled for midnight UTC (7 PM local time). The action will be broadcasted live on ESPN+, ensuring fans won’t miss any part of what promises to be an exciting match-up to kick off the new basketball season.