Charlotte 49ers Triumph Over Temple Owls in Overtime at Liacouras Center

The Charlotte 49ers emerged victorious against the Temple Owls with a final score of 80-76, improving their record to 1-0. The game took place at the Liacouras Center in Philadelphia, where the Niners showcased their resilience and determination. Meanwhile, the Owls now stand at a record of 0-1.

First Half

In the first half, both teams displayed competitive spirit. The Temple Owls initially took control with a strong offensive showing, leading by as much as nine points. However, Charlotte's bench players contributed significantly to close the gap. Dezayne Mingo was instrumental for the Niners during this period, scoring efficiently and assisting his teammates to keep them within striking distance.

Second Half

The second half saw a shift in momentum as Charlotte tightened their defense and improved their shooting accuracy. Anton Bonke was pivotal for the Niners with his impressive performance under the basket, contributing both offensively and defensively. His efforts helped Charlotte outscore Temple by six points in this half.

Overtime

As regulation time ended with both teams tied, overtime became necessary to determine a winner. In this decisive period, it was Damoni Harrison who stepped up for Charlotte with crucial plays that included key baskets and defensive stops. His contribution ensured that Charlotte secured an eight-point advantage over Temple during overtime.

This victory marks an important start for Charlotte's season as they look forward to building on this success in future games.

Fans can catch more action when Charlotte hosts Rice Owls on January 31st at Dale F. Halton Arena in North Carolina at 6:00 PM EDT; tune into ESPNU for live coverage of what promises to be another exciting matchup.

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