Florida Rallies Late to Defeat Texas Tech and Reach First Final Four Since 2014

Walter Clayton Jr.'s 30-point performance and Thomas Haugh's clutch shooting powered Florida's dramatic comeback in the NCAA West Region final.

Florida overcame a nine-point deficit in the final three minutes to secure an 84-79 win over Texas Tech in the NCAA Tournament's West Region final.
Walter Clayton Jr. led the Gators with 30 points, including two critical late 3-pointers that sealed the victory.
Thomas Haugh contributed 20 points off the bench, sparking the comeback with two key 3-pointers in the closing minutes.
Texas Tech, which had staged its own comeback in the Sweet 16, fell short despite strong performances from Darrius Williams (23 points) and JT Toppin (20 points).
Florida, under third-year coach Todd Golden, advances to face the South Region champion, either Auburn or Michigan State, next Saturday in San Antonio.