Florida Atlantic Owls Secure Narrow Victory Over Temple Owls
In a closely contested match, the Florida Atlantic Owls edged out the Temple Owls with an 83-81 victory. This win brings Florida Atlantic's season record to an impressive tally, showcasing their resilience and skill on the court. The game, held at Philadelphia's Liacouras Center, was a testament to both teams' determination but ultimately saw the visiting team take home the win.
Key Performances and Game Highlights
The Florida Atlantic Owls demonstrated a solid team effort with several standout performances. Tre Carroll led his team with 16 points, complemented by seven rebounds and four blocks, showcasing his all-around game. Kaleb Glenn also made significant contributions with 17 points and five rebounds, proving crucial in securing this narrow victory for his team.
On defense, Florida Atlantic was formidable, amassing seven blocks and six steals throughout the game. Their defensive prowess limited Temple's opportunities and played a key role in their win. Additionally, Florida Atlantic excelled at drawing fouls and capitalized on these opportunities by making 28 out of 35 free throws - an impressive 80 percent success rate.
The Temple Owls put up a strong fight as well. They managed to keep the game competitive until the final buzzer sounded. With eight steals and three blocks of their own, they challenged every possession fiercely but fell just short of overcoming Florida Atlantic's lead.
Looking Ahead
As fans celebrate this hard-fought victory for the Florida Atlantic Owls against their rivals from Temple University at Liacouras Center in Philadelphia; attention now turns to their next challenge. The upcoming home game promises another exciting matchup as they host Wichita State Shockers at Eleanor R. Baldwin Arena in Boca Raton on February 20th at 9:00 PM EDT. Fans can catch all the action live on ESPN2 as both teams vie for supremacy on court.
This recent victory over Temple not only adds another win to Florida Atlantic’s record but also sets up an intriguing encounter against Wichita State Shockers that fans won’t want to miss.