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Boogie Fland leads Florida in 91-67 win over No. 21 Tennessee
Summary
Boogie Fland scored a season-high 23 as Florida defeated No. 21 Tennessee 91-67, and Rueben Chinyelu recorded 17 points and 16 rebounds.
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Boogie Fland had his best game in a Florida uniform, scoring a season-high 23 as the Gators beat No. 21 Tennessee 91-67 in Gainesville. Rueben Chinyelu dominated the paint with 17 points and 16 rebounds and received the loudest ovation after fouling out late. Florida extended its home winning streak to 15 and swept two ranked opponents this week after dropping out of the AP Top 25. The game followed days after Fland cut his signature dreadlocks and came amid renewed shooting from long range.
Game details:
- Final score: Florida 91, Tennessee 67.
- Boogie Fland scored 23 points, made three 3-pointers, shot 9 of 13 overall, and added five assists and four steals.
- Rueben Chinyelu had 17 points and 16 rebounds for his eighth double-double of the season and fouled out in the closing seconds.
- Florida made 9 of 30 three-point attempts as a team; Tennessee made six 3s and committed 18 turnovers.
- Tennessee leaders included Nate Ament with 17 points and Ja'Kobi Gillespie with 12.
Summary:
Florida’s victory extended the team’s home streak to 15 and marked consecutive wins over ranked opponents, showing improved offensive balance. Florida is scheduled to play at Oklahoma the same night, and Tennessee is set to host Texas A&M on Tuesday.
