Florida Dominates Paint, Beats Alabama 100-77 in Thrilling Comeback
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In a stunning display of basketball prowess, No. 19 Florida took down No. 23 Alabama 100-77 on Sunday, crushing their opponents in the paint with a whopping 72-26 margin. The Gators' victory came just over a week after coach Todd Golden's bold guarantee, which added fuel to the fire. Alex Condon led the charge with 25 points, followed closely by Thomas Haugh's 22. Boogie Fland chipped in 15 points, eight assists, and a career-high eight steals, dominating his matchup against league-leading scorer Labaron Philon. Condon and Haugh, along with Rueben Chinyelu, combined for 61 points, 29 rebounds, and five blocks, showcasing the Gators' formidable frontcourt. The game was all but sealed with Florida's 13-2 run in the first half, which built a 10-point lead at the break. The Gators continued their dominance after halftime, scoring the first 12 points. Alabama's struggles were compounded by 18 turnovers, while Florida maintained a mere two. The win marks Florida's fifth consecutive victory in the series, with Alabama's Charles Bediako still seeking to regain college eligibility after leaving school to enter the NBA draft. Bediako, a 7-footer, played his third game with the Crimson Tide and first on the road, but was met with chants of 'G League dropout' from the Florida student section. The Gators will now enjoy a midweek bye before taking on Texas A&M next Saturday, while Alabama hosts the same opponent on Wednesday night.
