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Starting Tuesday Battle is listed in Temple's starting lineup ahead of Tuesday's game against Richmond.

Impact Battle has been a major contributor for the Owls this season, logging 16 points and 2.6 rebounds on 30.8 minutes per game, and he has officially been moved into the starting lineup. The 6-foot-5 sophomore will look to help Temple bounce back from Monday's loss against St. John's.

NOVEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Good showing in scrimmage Battle put up 15 points in 27 minutes of action in a scrimmage against Georgetown, Jeff Goodman of Stadium reports.

Impact What a year it could have been last season for Battle. He started the season averaging 21.4 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 3.0 three-pointers over the first seven games before suffering a fractured left foot. It's been a long road to recovery, but it appears Battle is back to 100 percent entering 2022-23. Temple will tip things off in the regular season on Nov. 7 against Wagner.

OCTOBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Continues battling foot injury Battle (foot) has still not recovered from his foot injury, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Battle fractured the fifth metatarsal of his left foot in early December and missed the remainder of the season following the injury. The 6-foot-5 guard was having a great season up until his injury, averaging 21.4 points, 3.9 rebounds and 3.0 three-pointers per contest. Temple will hope to have him back and healthy before the start of the season.

JUNE 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Battle, Temple visit Vandy

Two guards will be on display as Khalif Battle and Temple will take on Scotty Pippen Jr. and Vanderbilt

DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out for season with foot injury Battle will miss the rest of the season after fracturing the fifth metatarsal of his left foot, Sam Cohn of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Impact This is a massive blow to temple and the American conference as a whole. Battle was in the mix of a tremendous start to his sophomore season averaging 21.4 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 3.0 three-pointers per contest. Tai Strickland and Zach Hicks would be options to get Battle's spot in the starting lineup going forward this season.

DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Battle scores 22 to lead Temple past La Salle 73-57

Khalif Battle had 22 points as Temple defeated La Salle 73-57

DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Continues to carry offense Battle contributed 29 points (10-18 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 7-8 FT), four rebounds and one assist over 35 minutes during Saturday's 75-74 win over Delaware.

Impact Saturday marked the third straight game that Battle shot above 50 percent from the field, his efficient scoring has led the to two consecutive victories. Battle's 21.3 points per game leads the Owls, his second consecutive season leading the Owls in scoring as well as minutes, a true offensive workhorse for the team. Expect Temple to keep turning to Battle to carry their scoring as the primary offensive threat.

NOVEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Late 3-pointer by Battle lifts Temple past Delaware

Khalif Battle hit a 3-pointer with 2:06 left and Jeremiah Williams and Kai Strickland each hit two free throws in the final minute to give Temple a 75-74 win over Delaware on Satur...

NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Battle carries Temple over Elon 75-58 Khalif Battle had 28 points as Temple defeated Elon 75-58 in the Charleston Classic.

NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Battle carries Temple over Elon 75-58

Khalif Battle had 28 points as Temple defeated Elon 75-58 in the Charleston Classic

NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Efficient in win Battle tallied 22 points (9-14 FG, 3-7 3PT, 1-1 FT), six rebounds and an assist in Wednesday's 72-49 victory over UMES.

Impact A rather inconsistent scorer last season, Battle looks to find a rhythm and stay in it this season, starting off his season on the right foot with an extremely efficient night from the field. Battle averaged 15.0 points starting last season, expect his scoring to remain similar this season, as the sophomore guard averaged taking 13.3 shots per game last season, taking 14 shots Wednesday night.

NOVEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Battle scores 22 to lead Temple past UMES 72-49

Khalif Battle had 22 points as Temple romped past Maryland Eastern Shore 72-49

NOVEMBER 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

New career high against USF Battle had a career-high 32 points (9-22 FG, 4-10 3Pt, 10-12 FT), 10 rebounds and five assists across 38 minutes on the court in Sunday's 83-76 loss to South Florida.

Impact Battle has now started back-to-back games, but his shooting volume reached a new peak in Sunday's contest. It was also his second career double-double, as well as a new career high in assists (5). While Temple is long out of the NCAA Tournament conversation, Battle potentially gives the program a good piece to build around moving forward.

FEBRUARY 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Draws start Tuesday Battle is in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against Tulsa.

Impact Battle will be getting his first start of the season, but he has been playing quite a bit as of late. Over his last six games, Battle is averaging 11.5 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 1.7 three-pointers in 30.5 minutes per contest.

FEBRUARY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Battle scores 22 to lift Temple past Tulsa 76-67

Khalif Battle had a career-high 22 points plus 11 rebounds as Temple defeated Tulsa 76-67

JANUARY 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Grabs six rebounds in reserve role Battle had three points (0-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 3-5 FT) and six rebounds across 19 minutes off the bench in Saturday's 65-57 victory over Tulane.

Impact The Butler transfer had yet to suit up this season due to injury, but Battle appears to have locked up a rotation spot as the second-leading reserve in terms of minutes played. The shooting will likely come, considering he was a 30.2 percent three-point shooter with the Bulldogs, but the sophomore can contribute in other areas as well.

JANUARY 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

In uniform Saturday Battle (hamstring) is dressed out and appears to be available for Saturday's game against East Carolina.

Impact Battle has yet to play this season while dealing with a hamstring injury but appears to be set to make his debut after transferring from Butler in November. The 6-5 sophomore averaged three points and one rebound in 10.9 minutes for the Bulldogs last season but should likely see those numbers rise in a new role with the Owls.

JANUARY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out Thursday Battle (hamstring) will not play in Thursday's game against UCF, Sam Cohn of OwlScoop.com reports.

Impact Battle is one of three Owls that will be unavailable due to lengthy injuries. It's not clear when Battle will be able to return to game action or if he has been able to practice at all. Temple plays again on Saturday against East Carolina.

JANUARY 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Monday Battle (hamstring) is not available for Monday's game against SMU, 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Battle has yet to play this season due to a hamstring injury. He does not have a timetable for a return. The sophomore's next chance to play would be on Thursday against UCF.

JANUARY 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Officially out Saturday Battle will not play Saturday versus NJIT on Saturday due to a hamstring injury, 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Battle's absence isn't expected to be a long one, so he should provide some depth in the backcourt again when available. The Owls will be down some depth in the backcourt for their late start to the 2020-21 campaign but should be able to take care of business.

DECEMBER 19, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Not warming up Battle isn't taking part in warmups ahead of Saturday's game against NJIT, 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Battle is one of three Temple players who are missing from the warmups ahead of Saturday's contest, leaving the Owls shorthanded. The Owls should be okay without the sophomore, who hasn't appeared in a game yet this season. He should provide some bench depth in the backcourt when cleared to rejoin the action.

DECEMBER 19, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed immediately eligible Battle was granted a waiver from the NCAA on Wednesday find will be immediately eligible for the 2020-21 season, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Battle joined the Owls in April after transferring from Butler, and he'll be able to contribute for his new team immediately, beginning with Saturday's season opener against Virginia Tech. The sophomore played a minimal role for Butler last year but should take on a more prominent role for Temple.

NOVEMBER 25, 2020 • ROTOWIRE