Florida Gators Dominate Norfolk State to Advance in NCAA Tournament

Top-seeded Florida secured a 95-69 first-round victory, extending their winning streak to seven games and setting up a second-round matchup on Sunday.

• Walter Clayton Jr., a first-team All-American, led the Gators with 23 points and surpassed 2,000 career points during the game.
• Florida built an early 32-point lead and maintained control throughout the game, showcasing their offensive efficiency and rebounding strength.
• Alijah Martin contributed 17 points, while Norfolk State's Christian Ings led his team with 16 points in a resilient performance.
• The Gators leveraged a 41-28 rebounding advantage and strong shooting to overpower the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference champions.
• Florida will face the winner of the Oklahoma vs. Connecticut game in the second round on Sunday.

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