The TUMBBHoops upset the top-ranked Houston Cougars 56-55 on Sunday, earning their first win over a No. 1 ranked team since Feb. 20, 2000.
The Owls earned their first win over a No. 1 ranked team since Feb. 20, 2000.Damian Dunn scored 16 points and made the go-ahead free throw, Kur Jongkuch blocked Houston’s go-ahead attempt in the final seconds and Temple held on to defeat the top-ranked Cougars 56-55 on Sunday.
Tied at 55, Dunn made a free throw with 1:06 left to give Temple a one-point lead. Jamal Shead missed a 3-pointer and Nick Jourdain grabbed the rebound. Dunn missed a layup with 8 seconds left, and Jongkuch grabbed the rebound, but the Owls were whistled for a shot clock violation upon review.
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