Gators News: Men’s basketball wins big, weekend packed with action

UF sports are in action as the men’s basketball team won its second straight game, Lady Gators look to win again and football on Saturday.

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The week is nearly over and Gators football is just a day away! Tomorrow, the Florida Gators will travel to Knoxville to take on the Tennessee Volunteers in what was once a storied rivalry that has tipped tremendously in Florida’s favor the past 15 years.

Meanwhile, the men’s basketball team won its second-straight game on back-to-back days to open its season after the first three games on the schedule were canceled due to COVID concerns. Keyontae Johnson led UF to an authoritative 90-70 win over Boston College with a double-double performance, notching 12 points and 12 rebounds while adding an assist and a steal. Florida next plays the Stetson Hatters on Sunday in the O’Connell Center for its home opener, with tip off scheduled for 2 p.m. EST.

In addition to the football game tomorrow, the women’s basketball team will also be in action at home against the Cincinnati Bearcats. The Lady Gators continue their homestand after defending their turf against the Charleston Southern Buccaneers on Wednesday with a win. The gals bring a 2-1 record into the matchup while the Lady Bearcats won their season opener to give them a 1-0 tally on the year.

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