Discover the Heartbeat of Innovation: Temple University Unveiled

Game Details: Wednesday, January 8 – 7:00 p.m.
Venue: Williams Arena at Minges Coliseum – Greenville, N.C.
Broadcast: ESPN+ | Audio: OwlSports.com/listen | Live Statistics: Stat Broadcast

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Game Start

• Temple embarks on the road for its upcoming two American Athletic Conference matches, starting Wednesday at East Carolina.
• The Owls recently secured a 91-85 triumph over Wichita State in their AAC debut on Friday, Jan. 3.
• Graduate student Jamal Mashburn Jr. led the team with 24 points, contributing four rebounds and four assists in the win.
• Four additional Temple players achieved double-digit scoring, prominently featuring junior Elijah Gray with a 15-point performance.
• Gray contributed 15 points out of the team’s total of 30 points from the bench, with reserves outscoring WSU, 30-17.
• Senior Steve Settle III added 14 points and a team-leading 10 rebounds, marking his second consecutive double-double.

Analyzing East Carolina

• The Pirates suffered a narrow 78-76 loss to Florida Atlantic in their latest game on Jan. 5, marking their third consecutive defeat.
• Four players are averaging double digits in scoring, with RJ Felton leading with 17.0 points per game.
• C.J. Walker follows closely at 16.7 ppg while leading the team in rebounding with 7.3 rpg.
• Former Temple athlete Jordan Riley averages 14.6 points and 6.2 rebounds each game.
• East Carolina ranks among the best rebounding teams in the conference, holding the third position in rebounding margin at +4.7.