All three American Athletic Conference teams in action on Wednesday collected wins. In its home opener, Temple knocked off Wisconsin, while Houston and Tulane enjoyed victories on “Education Days” over Fairfield and Southern, respectively.
Temple 59, Wisconsin 55
PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Shizz Alston Jr. scored 22 points and hit four decisive free throws late to set a school record and lead Temple to a 59-55 victory over Wisconsin on Wednesday night.
Alston has hit 52 consecutive foul shots dating to last December. He hit two with 1:09 left to put Temple ahead 57-55, and two more to put it away with 4.