Temple Owls Overcome Memphis Tigers in a Dynamic Display at Liacouras Center

In an electrifying match-up at the Liacouras Center, the Temple Owls secured a victory against the Memphis Tigers with a final score of 88-81. This win brings the Owls' season record to an impressive standing, showcasing their ability to compete against ranked teams. The Tigers, ranked 18th nationally before this game, faced a challenging opponent in the Owls, who demonstrated resilience and strategic gameplay throughout the match.

Key Moments and Player Highlights

The game was characterized by several lead changes and moments where both teams were tied, indicating how closely contested this match was. The Temple Owls showed exceptional performance in various aspects of the game. Notably, Shane Dezonie emerged as a standout player for the Owls with 15 points and an impressive 13 rebounds, contributing significantly to his team's success on both ends of the court.

Quante Berry also had a remarkable game for Temple, scoring 19 points and providing three assists. His shooting accuracy was notable with a field goal percentage of 67 percent. Jamal Mashburn contributed as well with 21 points and four assists despite struggling with his shooting efficiency.

On defense, Temple managed to limit Memphis's opportunities inside by securing 49 total rebounds compared to Memphis's 25. This rebounding advantage played a crucial role in their victory.

Memphis Tigers' Effort

The Memphis Tigers showcased their skills as well, especially during the second half where they scored 51 points compared to their first-half performance of only 30 points. Their fast break points stood out at 16 for the game which highlighted their speed and transition play capabilities.

Despite their efforts and leading by as much as three points during certain phases of the game, they couldn't maintain consistency against Temple's robust defense and offensive rebounds which led to second-chance opportunities for the Owls.

Looking Ahead

The next challenge for Temple will be hosting Tulane Green Wave at Liacouras Center on January 19th at 1:00 PM EDT. Fans can catch all action live on ESPNU as both teams vie for dominance early in this competitive season.

This recent victory over Memphis not only boosts morale but also positions Temple favorably within conference standings early into this season. As preparations begin for facing Tulane Green Wave next week; fans are encouraged to continue supporting their team through what promises to be an exciting continuation of college basketball action.