Courts in Session: February 17, 2026


Courts in Session breaks down a pivotal week for Temple basketball, as both the men’s and women’s teams battle through tough American Conference losses. Xavier Adams and Pat Dallahan analyze the men’s late-game collapse against North Texas, offensive droughts, and what Coach Fisher called a lack of urgency, while also previewing key matchups ahead. On the women’s side, Haley Smith reports from the Liacouras Center as turnovers and inconsistency continue to haunt the Owls in their push for a conference tournament spot. The show wraps with bold predictions, postseason award picks, and a pulse check around the college basketball world.