Florida Tops Alabama 99-94 in Key SEC Clash

In a thrilling Top 10 matchup, No. 5 Florida defeated No. 7 Alabama 99-94, spoiling the Crimson Tide's Senior Night and boosting their NCAA Tournament chances. Florida's Alex Condon led the way with 27 points and 10 rebounds, while Walter Clayton Jr. added 22 points and 8 assists, showcasing a dominant performance on the boards with a 50-35 rebounding advantage. Alabama struggled to defend Florida's physicality, allowing 52 points in the paint and 19 second-chance points. Despite a strong effort from Mark Sears, who scored 30 points, Alabama fell short in their comeback attempt, finishing with a record of 23-7. The victory positions Florida as a strong contender for a top NCAA tournament seed, while Alabama will need to regroup before facing rival Auburn. The game highlighted both teams' potential as they head into postseason play.