PHILADELPHIA – The Temple men's basketball team came back from 23 down in the second half to close within three points, but was not able to finish their rally in falling to visiting USC, 76-71, in a thriller at the Liacouras Center Saturday night.
Recapping the Game
First Half
> The game started as a tightly contested battle with Temple either tied or leading through the first nine minutes, but only by a mere basket.
> USC took its first lead, 15-14, on an Isaiah White layup at the 10:59 mark.