GatorCountry.com · Feb 12, 2025
Gators postgame quotes following victory over Mississippi State
Florida Gators guard Denzel Aberdeen #11 dribbles up court during the second half as the #5 ranked Florida Gators mens basketball team defeats the Texas Longhorns 84-60 at Exactech Arena in Gainesville, Florida. January 18th, 2025. Gator Country Photo by David Bowie.The Florida Gators cruised to a 81-68 victory over Mississippi State in Starkville on Tuesday night behind a dominant second half. Florida went on a 17-0 run over the first five minutes of the second half, forcing six turnovers that led to 11 of those points. The 17-0 run was the Gators’ second-largest of the season, trailing only the 27-0 run vs. Wichita State. Four different Gators hit a 3-pointer during the run (Aberdeen, Richard, Clayton, Haugh).