Recap - Villanova Defeats Temple 78-74
Recap - Villanova Defeats Temple 78-74
Villanova got 24 points from Corey Stokes as they ran past Temple 78-74 on Thursday at Villanova Pavilion.
Villanova did not, however, defeat Temple against the spread, which closed at 5 at most sportsbooks.
Villanova got 21 points from Maalik Wayns and another 14 points from Mouphtaou Yarou. Maalik Wayns contributed 8 assists, while Antonio Pena cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
Temple got a 22-point performance from Lavoy Allen, who was supported by 20 points from Juan Fernandez. Juan Fernandez had 5 assists in a losing cause for Temple, while Lavoy Allen grabbed 9 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Temple were victorious, as the score was 40-39 at the break.
The rebound battle favored Temple as they grabbed 38 boards, while Villanova only had 34.
