Gators rally late to reach Final Four for first time since 2014
- On Saturday, March 29, 2025, the Florida Gators defeated the Texas Tech Red Raiders with a final score of 84-79 at Chase Center in San Francisco to win the NCAA Tournament’s West Region final and secure a spot in the Final Four.
- The Gators, with a 33-4 record heading into the game, overcame a 10-point deficit in the second half against a Texas Tech team that capitalized on turnovers and second-chance points.
- Walter Clayton Jr., named the West Region's Most Outstanding Player, led the Gators with 30 points, including crucial late 3-pointers, while Thomas Haugh contributed 20 points and 11 rebounds off the bench.
- Florida went on a 23-8 run to close out the game after trailing 71-61 with just over six minutes remaining, with Clayton scoring 13 of those points in the final 5:24.
- The Gators' victory marks their first Final Four appearance since 2014 and sets up a matchup against the winner of the South Region champion, either Auburn or Michigan State, in San Antonio next Saturday.
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Clayton Jr. rallies Florida into Final Four with 84-79 March Madness win over Texas Tech
Walter Clayton Jr. rescued top-seeded Florida with two late 3-pointers, and the Gators rallied from nine points down late to reach the Final Four with an 84-79 victory over Texas Tech in the NCAA Tournament’s West Region final.
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