Haugh, Free Throws Finish Off FSU
Florida Gators • • sports
Key Points:
- Thomas Haugh led No. 1-ranked Florida to an 81-72 victory over Florida State, posting a double-double with 21 points and 10 rebounds, marking his 4-0 career record against the Seminoles.
- The Gators overcame a poor shooting first half and free-throw struggles early on, finishing strong with a 26-for-30 free throw performance in the final 11 minutes to secure their third straight win in Tallahassee.
- Florida dominated the rebounding battle 41-29 and held Florida State to 43.5% shooting overall and just 19% from three-point range, showcasing their defensive efficiency.
- Backup guard Urban Klavzar contributed 10 points, including a key second-half stretch that helped maintain Florida's lead, while the Gators' physical presence inside limited FSU's big men.
- Coach Todd Golden extended his unbeaten streak against Florida State to 5-0, and the Gators celebrated a hard-fought road victory in a hostile environment, with Haugh acknowledging this would likely be his final game against FSU.
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