Temple's Dec. 9 men's basketball game against Villanova at the Liacouras Center marked the 10th anniversary of the venue's opening.

In honor of the historic night, the first 5,000 fans received Owl Rally Towels, and the first 2,500 fans were given commemorative T-shirts.

Former university President Peter J. Liacouras (pictured, at far right), for whom the building is named, tossed up a ceremonial jump ball prior to the contest.

Though the game was the highest scoring in the building's 10-year history, as the teams combined for 194 points, Temple fell to Villanova, 101-93.

The previous record was 190, set on March 3, 2004 when the Owls defeated Massachusetts, 98-92 in double-overtime.

The Owls will take a week off from competition for finals and will visit Drexel on Saturday at the Palestra. Tip-off is set for noon and the game will be broadcast on ESPNU and WPHT 1210 AM.

For tickets and other Temple Athletics information, visit www.owlsports.com.