The Gators struggled offensively for the second straight contest, but this time, it proved costly.
Florida fell behind early and couldn’t make up the ground it needed as frustrations flared. The Gators (3-1) ultimately suffered their first loss of the season to South Florida (3-1), 72-70.
After a sluggish first 30 minutes, Florida entered the fourth quarter trailing by 16. But the Gators finally found their offensive firepower, tying the game at 70 with 1:27 remaining. However, it was too little, too late, as senior guard Kate Novik gave the Bulls the lead with just over 20 seconds left. Her layup was the game’s final basket…