It was only a preseason exhibition matchup, but Florida basketball got off to a disappointing start on Sunday with an 82-76 overtime loss to Baylor in Jacksonville.
Todd Golden’s team was unable to take control of the game — one that featured 11 lead changes and ties throughout regulation and overtime — despite striking first. The Gators floundered from the floor, finishing with a 25-for-72 (34.7%) overall effort — including an abysmal 4-for-29 (13.8%) mark from 3-point range — while also struggling to the tune of a 22-for-35 (62.9%) showing from the free-throw line.
However, Florida did finish with a 46-41 rebounding edge overall after doubling the Bears up in the first half, 20-10, and dominated on the offensive glass by a 26-12 margin. But it was not enough to overcome poor shooting and lack of bench scoring…