The 2001–02 Temple Owls men's basketball team represented Temple University in the 2001–02 NCAA Division I men's basketball season.

They were led by head coach John Chaney in his 20th year.

The Owls played their home games at the Liacouras Center.

Temple was a member of the Atlantic 10 Conference.

The Owls were invited to the 2002 National Invitation Tournament where they went 4-1, making the semifinals and winning the 3rd place consolation game.