No. 23 Florida dominated Colgate 90-60 in convincing fashion on December 21st. The Gators extended their home winning streak with a dominant second-half display. Four Florida players scored in double figures to secure the victory.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Final Score: Florida 90, Colgate 60 (30-point margin)
- Game Date: Sunday, December 21, 2025 at Exactech Arena
- Florida Record: Now 8-4 overall with dominant home court advantage
- Four Gators in Double Figures: Lee (19), Haugh (17), Condon (16), Chinyelu (16)
Florida’s Explosive Second-Half Surge Turns Close Game Into Blowout
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Xaivian Lee led the charge with 19 points, hitting six of ten field goals. The Gators held just a nine-point lead entering the third quarter but immediately took control. Florida shot an incredible 8-for-10 from the floor to start the second half.
The defensive intensity matched the offensive explosion, with the Gators forcing Colgate into poor shot selection. Thomas Haugh‘s 17 points provided a secondary scoring punch that proved impossible for the Raiders to contain on either end.
Four Gators Score in Double Figures Behind Dominant Interior Play
| Player | Points | Key Stats |
| Xaivian Lee | 19 | 6-10 FG, 3 assists, 2 steals |
| Thomas Haugh | 17 | Consistent scoring threat |
| Alex Condon | 16 | 10 rebounds, 5 assists |
| Rueben Chinyelu | 16 | 12 rebounds, dominated paint |
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Condon added a double-double with 10 rebounds and 5 assists, while Chinyelu posted 12 rebounds to showcase the Gators‘ rebounding dominance. The frontcourt combination proved overwhelming for Colgate‘s defense to manage.
Strong Early Lead Expands Into Complete Domination
Florida built a 10-point advantage just nine minutes into the contest, establishing control from the outset. Colgate couldn’t generate consistent offensive flow, allowing the Gators to maintain their advantage throughout the first half.
“The Gators’ start to the second half was 8-for-10 from the floor, 3-for-3 from distance and 8-for-8 from the free-throw line.”
— Official Florida Gators Sports, Game Report
What separated the two teams was discipline on both ends. Florida controlled the tempo and forced Colgate into uncomfortable situations, while the Gators themselves executed their offensive sets with patience and precision.
Florida’s Defense Stifles Colgate’s Perimeter Attack Despite Three-Point Barrage
Colgate made 11-for-17 three-pointers for a stunning 64.7 percent, but the Raiders couldn’t mount enough scoring elsewhere to matter. The Gators held them to just 31.2 percent from two-point range, the real story of the defensive effort.
Florida entered the game allowing opponents to shoot just 28.1 percent from three, ranked 17th in the nation. Despite the one-game blip from distance, the overall defensive execution remained sound, limiting Colgate‘s offensive options.
What’s Next For the Gators as SEC Play Approaches?
The Gators are now 8-4 overall and hold an impressive home court record. Florida will take a brief holiday break before returning to face Dartmouth on December 29th in their final non-conference contest. The SEC season begins January 3rd at Missouri.
Florida’s third consecutive victory demonstrates the offensive firepower that will be needed throughout conference play. With Thomas Haugh shooting 48.8 percent and the interior players establishing dominance, the Gators possess the pieces for a strong postseason run.
Sources
- Official Florida Gators Athletics – Official game recap and box score analysis
- ESPN College Basketball – Game statistics and official score verification
- USA Today Gators Wire – Player performance analysis and team commentary
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