Georgia guard Blue Cain hit a crucial 3-pointer with 47 seconds left to help the Bulldogs secure an 88-83 victory over the No. 3 Florida Gators on Tuesday night. The win ended Florida’s 12-game winning streak against Georgia and gave coach Mike White his first win against his former team. Despite a valiant effort by Florida, which rallied from a 26-point deficit in the first half to take a brief lead, Georgia’s resilience ultimately prevailed.
Will Richard shined for the Gators with a career-high 30 points, but it wasn’t enough to overcome Georgia’s balanced scoring attack led by Silas Demary Jr. and Asa Newell. Georgia’s victory boosted their hopes for their first NCAA Tournament berth since 2015, while Florida will look to bounce back against No. 12 Texas A&M in their next game.
The Bulldogs’ fans celebrated the upset by storming the court after being given 90 seconds to clear the way for Florida’s team and officials to exit. The game was filled with excitement, culminating in a key moment when Thomas Haugh’s layup gave the Gators their first lead late in the game.
Overall, the game was a thrilling back-and-forth affair, with Florida’s steals and points off turnovers giving them an advantage. Both teams will look to build on their performances in their upcoming games as they continue their pursuit of success in the SEC.
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