The Florida Gators claimed their third NCAA men’s basketball championship, edging out the Houston Cougars 65-63 in a nail-biter at the Alamodome in San Antonio on Monday night (4/7). Down by 12 early in the second half, Florida rallied against Houston’s stifling defense, fueled by clutch plays and resilience. Will Richard paced the Gators with 18 points, drilling four 3-pointers in the first half to keep them in contention.
Alex Condon contributed 12 points and seven rebounds, anchoring the paint. Houston’s offense, led by LJ Cryer's 19 points, faltered late as Florida’s pressure forced key turnovers. With seconds ticking down, a final defensive stand sealed the victory for the Gators, sparking wild celebrations among fans. This triumph marked Florida’s first title since 2007, cementing their return to college basketball’s elite under coach Todd Golden.
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