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Florida Gators Secure Third NCAA Title with Stunning Comeback

Florida overcame a 12-point second-half deficit to defeat Houston 65-63, led by Walter Clayton Jr.'s pivotal plays and Todd Golden's historic coaching milestone.

Florida players celebrate with the trophy after they defeated Houston in the national championship game on Monday, April 7.
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Houston Cougars guard Mylik Wilson (8) battles with Florida Gators guard Will Richard (5) for the ball during the first half of the NCAA men's college basketball championship game in San Antonio, Monday, April 7, 2025.
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Overview

  • Florida clinched its third national championship, ending Houston's 18-game winning streak with a dramatic 65-63 victory in San Antonio.
  • Walter Clayton Jr., named Final Four Most Outstanding Player, scored all 11 of his points in the second half and delivered a crucial defensive stop in the game's final seconds.
  • Head coach Todd Golden, at 39, became the youngest to win an NCAA title since 1983, cementing his place in college basketball history.
  • The Gators' win highlighted their resilience, marking their fourth second-half comeback in six tournament games, including overcoming a 12-point deficit in the championship game.
  • The game was marred by controversial second-half officiating, with a significant increase in fouls that drew widespread criticism from fans and analysts.