Tulane Green Wave's Late Surge Falls Short Against Temple Owls at Liacouras Center

In a closely contested battle at the Liacouras Center, the Tulane Green Wave fell to the Temple Owls with a final score of 77-80. This outcome moves Tulane's season record to an even split, while Temple improves their standing, showcasing the competitive nature of this conference game. The match saw both teams exchanging leads five times and tying six times, indicating how evenly matched they were throughout.

Key Performances and Game Highlights

The Green Wave showcased a balanced team effort with notable performances from several players. Rowan Brumbaugh stood out by scoring 20 points and dishing out seven assists, coupled with an impressive five steals, making him a pivotal player for Tulane in this contest. Kam Williams also had an exceptional game, contributing 15 points on perfect shooting from both the field and beyond the arc while adding two blocks and two steals to his stat line.

Despite these efforts, Tulane struggled to contain Temple's offense which was firing on all cylinders. The Owls managed to secure eight blocks compared to Tulane's three and outrebounded them significantly with 33 rebounds against 20 from Tulane. These factors played crucial roles in determining the outcome of this tightly contested game.

Looking Ahead

As they look forward to their next challenge, the Green Wave will aim to bounce back when they face off against Rice Owls at Tudor Fieldhouse in Houston on January 25th at 2:30 PM EDT. Fans can catch all the action live on ESPNU as Tulane seeks to improve their season record further into positive territory.

This matchup promises another exciting chapter in college basketball as both teams prepare for what is expected to be a highly competitive encounter. Share this article with fellow fans who are looking forward to seeing how Tulane will adjust and strive for victory in their upcoming game.