Second Half Struggles Lead To 65-54 Loss To Kentucky

Florida Gators head coach Mike White during the second half as the Gators fall to the Michigan State Spartans / Gator Country photo by David BowieThings were looking positive for the Gators at halftime with a 4-point lead but after getting thoroughly out-executed in the second frame they ultimately fell to the rival Kentucky Wildcats by a score of 65-54. Not only did Florida have a 4-point cushion at the half but a run marked by solid offensive execution ballooned that lead up to 11. Considering the fact they ended up losing by 11, you can see how the wheels really fell off. Closing the game on a 34-12 run Kentucky never allowed the Gators to get comfortable with the lead and was the team that played with a lot more confidence than the Florida roster who has let multiple double digit leads slip this season. Florida was willing and able to deliver the first punch of the second half but when Kentucky struck back it was clear the Gators weren’t fully equipped to trade blows. It was looking for much of the evening that this was going to be a statement win for the Gators but unfortunately it’s just back to the drawing board for them.

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