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Gators Find Rhythm: From Slump to Final Four Contender?
17 Jan
Summary
- Florida Gators have won three straight games after a slow 5-4 start.
- Transfer guard Boogie Fland leads the recent resurgence with strong scoring.
- The team faces a tough road test against Vanderbilt's strong home record.
After a challenging 5-4 start to the season, the No. 19 Florida Gators men's basketball team has found its stride, securing three consecutive victories. This turnaround comes after embracing a frontcourt focus and overcoming initial inconsistencies from transfer guards. The team's recent success is marked by scoring over 90 points in their last three games.
Transfer guard Boogie Fland has been instrumental in Florida's resurgence. He recently recorded a season-high 23 points against Tennessee and followed up with 17 points and seven assists in a win over Oklahoma. Fland's improved play and five straight games with at least five assists have been crucial for the Gators' offensive chemistry.
Florida now prepares for a challenging SEC matchup against Vanderbilt. The Commodores, who suffered their first loss recently, boast a perfect 9-0 home record. The Gators must contend with Vanderbilt's talented backcourt duo of Taylor Tanner and Duke Miles, while also improving their own ball security against a team that forces turnovers, and dominating the boards where Florida leads the nation.
