Temple Owls Narrowly Miss Victory Against Florida Atlantic in a Close Contest

In a closely contested game at the Liacouras Center, the Temple University Owls faced off against the Florida Atlantic Owls, each team aiming to bolster their season records. The home team, Temple Owls, entered the game with determination but ultimately fell short by a narrow margin of 81-83. This result moves their season tally to an even split of victories and defeats. Despite a spirited effort that saw them lead at various points in the game, they couldn't maintain their advantage until the final buzzer.

Key Performances on Both Sides

The Temple Owls showcased resilience and teamwork throughout the match. Steve Settle emerged as a standout performer for Temple, leading his team with 18 points while contributing significantly on both ends of the floor with 4 rebounds and 1 steal. His shooting accuracy was impressive, making half of his attempts from both inside and beyond the arc. Quante Berry also made notable contributions with 14 points and leading assists for his team, demonstrating his all-around capabilities on offense.

On defense, Shane Dezonie made his presence felt by securing 5 steals alongside scoring 11 points and grabbing 5 rebounds, showcasing his defensive prowess and ability to contribute offensively when needed.

Florida Atlantic's strategy focused heavily on exploiting opportunities from turnovers and capitalizing on second-chance points which proved pivotal in tight moments of the game. Their bench played a crucial role by adding 41 points to their total score, highlighting their depth as one of their strengths this season.

Looking Ahead

As fans look forward to what's next for Temple University's basketball program, attention turns towards an upcoming away game against Charlotte 49ers at Dale F. Halton Arena in Charlotte on February 19th at 7:00 PM EDT. This matchup promises another opportunity for Temple Owls to showcase their talent and determination as they continue navigating through this competitive season. Fans can catch all live-action broadcasted on ESPN+.

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