Florida continued its undefeated start in the 2021-22 season on Monday night in the opening round of the Fort Myers Tip-Off. Facing the California Golden Bears on a neutral court, the Gators controlled this one for most of it.
Though the first 10 minutes were tight and featured six lead changes, UF ultimately began to pull away toward the end of the half, taking a 19-point lead to the locker room. It led by as much as 26 in the final frame before ultimately pulling out an 80-60 win.
Florida (4-0) will take on Ohio State in the championship game on Wednesday after the Buckeyes upset No. 21 Seton Hall on a last-second three-pointer. California (2-3), meanwhile, will take on the Pirates. With another impressive outing in the books for UF hoops, here are three takeaways from the game.