The in-state rivalry between Florida State men's basketball and the Florida Gators had to end with one leaving Donald L. Tucker Center with its first loss of the season. Despite a strong late effort to cut it close after a struggling first half,

Florida State and Florida each entered the game 3-0, with the Seminoles wanting to prove their defense was legit while the Gators wanted to prove they were one of the best teams in the country. The Gators were the more talented team but FSU is a scrappy bunch,