Florida State and Florida each entered the game 3-0, with the Seminoles wanting to prove their defense was legit while the Gators wanted to prove they were one of the best teams in the country. The Gators were the more talented team but FSU is a scrappy bunch, and anything can happen in a rivalry.

The Gators have beaten the Seminoles for four consecutive years. Walter Clayton Jr. led the way with 25 points and five rebounds. Martin added 17 points, and Sam Alexis had 12. Despite recording 19 turnovers, the Gators still had a slight edge in crucial moments.

Dominated on the glass and unable to take advantage of numerous opportunities in transition, the Florida State men’s basketball team fell at home Friday night to the No. 20 Florida Gators, 87-74. UF out-rebounded the Seminoles 47-29 and rode impressive offensive performances from senior guards Walter Clayton Jr.

FSU scared the Gators a bit late in the game, but they were able to put the game away to pick up a rivarly win

This is because the Gators actually beat out the Seminoles in multiple key areas of the game, which could be an early indicator of how this contest could sway. So, let’s take a