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Temple University men’s basketball defeated Central Florida today after the offense shot 52.3 percent from the field in the second half.

Temple only shot 38 percent from the field and turned the ball over 15 times.

Monday’s contest was Temple’s first since play was postponed due to a positive COVID-19 test last month.

Temple men’s basketball goes up against SMU today in a game where three-point shooting will likely be a decisive factor.

Temple’s defense forced 23 turnovers and held the Knights to just 25 percent from 3-point range.

Temple men’s basketball changed their scheduled conference game against Southern Methodist to allow for more preparation.

Temple won its third straight conference game despite struggling to shoot from 3-point range.

This is the second time this season the Owls are postponing games due to a positive test within the program.

Temple men’s basketball lost by 8 points in their second conference game against SMU on Dec. 30.

Temple men’s basketball enters Wednesday’s matchup averaging 61 points per game while SMU averages 85.2 points per game.