Florida and Duke Final Four: The Florida Gators are heading to the Final Four after a dramatic 84-79 comeback victory against Texas Tech in the NCAA Tournament’s West Region Final on Saturday.
Trailing by nine points with less than three minutes left, the Gators, led by Walter Clayton Jr., launched a fierce rally to punch their ticket to San Antonio. With two consecutive clutch 3-pointers, Clayton clinched the victory and advanced Florida to its first Final Four since 2014.
Important Scenes from the Match
- In the last minute, Walter Clayton Jr. made two clutch 3-pointers, including the game-winning shot, and finished with 30 points.
- With 20 points and 11 rebounds off the bench, Thomas Haugh ignited the Gators’ late rally.
- Texas Tech’s Darrius Williams led with 23 points, but his late misses allowed Florida to hold on.
The Winning of Todd Golden The formula
In his third season, Florida’s head coach Todd Golden led the fans in the renowned Gator Chomp and cut down the nets to celebrate the heartfelt victory. Golden praised Clayton’s fearless performance, calling him “the player you want in big moments.”
What’s Next for Florida?
The Gators (34-4) will face the winner of the South Region Final between Auburn and Michigan State in San Antonio on Saturday. With their momentum and Clayton’s clutch shooting, Florida remains a formidable contender for the NCAA Championship.
Source: AP News