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Gators looking to build on Auburn upset against Arkansas

Saturday was an exciting day for the Gators, as they stormed from behind in the second half to upset No. 2 Auburn.

Auburn became the highest-ranked team that the Gators had ever defeated at home in program history, and it sparked a court-storming celebration that will cost the UF administration $50,000. Most importantly, it strengthened the Gators’ chances of making the NCAA Tournament.

From an emotional standpoint, the victory felt more like an Elite Eight win than the typical regular season SEC win.

And now, the Gators (17-10, 7-7 SEC) have to find a way to compose and refocus themselves and do it all over again on Tuesday against No.