Play the game In summary, the No. 8 Florida Gators defeated No. 1 Tennessee 73-43, handing them their first defeat of the year. The Stephen C. O’Connell Center in Florida hosted the game, which was the Gators’ first-ever victory at home against a top-ranked team.
Key Highlights
| Team | 1st Half Points | 2nd Half Points | Total Points | 3-Point Shooting | Field Goals (%) | Rebounds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | 34 | 39 | 73 | 6/20 (30%) | 41% | 43 |
| Tennessee | 15 | 28 | 43 | 4/29 (14%) | 21% | 25 |
First-Half Dissection
Tennessee was dominated by Florida’s defense, which gave up only 15 points in the first half.
Tennessee’s Challenges: The Vols only made 4 of 29 field goals and 0 of 14 three-point attempts. Nearly seven minutes into the game, they scored their first point.
Second Half Dissection
Florida kept control with a 30–15 run to win, despite Tennessee’s small improvement in the second half. The Vols were unable to bounce back from their dismal start.
Florida Players Performances
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Field Goal % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alijah Martin | 18 | 6 | 45% |
| Denzel Aberdeen | 16 | 3 | 50% |
Tennessee Players Performances
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Field Goal % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chaz Lanier | 10 | 7 | 11% |
| Zakai Zeigler | 10 | 1 | 17% |
