Social Media Explodes After Gators Defeat Auburn
The Florida Gators secured a 79-73 victory over Auburn in the Final Four, marking their return to the NCAA Championship Game for the first time in nearly 20 years.
The top-seeded Gators overcame fellow No. 1 seed Auburn with an 11-0 run early in the second half. Florida’s First Team All-American guard, Walter Clayton Jr., led the charge, scoring 34 points on 61.11% shooting and hitting five 3-pointers. Transfer guard Alijah Martin also stepped up, contributing 17 points and showcasing his defensive skills.
Gator boys stay hot!! Go Gators!! 🐊🔥 https://t.co/UPvehgtjHV
— Danny Wuerffel (@DannyWuerffel) April 6, 2025
Next, Florida will face the winner of the Final Four matchup between Duke and Houston. The National Championship game is set for Monday, April 7th, at 8:50 p.m. and will be broadcast live on CBS.
Following the win, former Gators players and college basketball fans took to social media to express their excitement and praise for Florida’s performance.
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