No. 22 Florida will face Dartmouth in a Monday matchup at 6 PM (ET). The game will take place at the Exactech Arena/O’Connell Center in Gainesville, Florida.
Game Overview
- Date and Time: Monday, 6 PM (ET)
- Location: Exactech Arena/O’Connell Center, Gainesville, Florida
- Records: Florida (8-4), Dartmouth (5-6)
- Series: First meeting
- Broadcast: SEC Network
Florida is returning from a holiday break following a decisive victory against Colgate, where they won 90-60 on December 21. This game against Dartmouth serves as their final preparation before entering Southeastern Conference (SEC) play against Missouri next weekend.
Team Statistics
| Category | Florida | Dartmouth |
|---|---|---|
| Scoring | 84.3 | 76.5 |
| Field-goal Percentage | .457 | .440 |
| 3-point Percentage | .282 | .377 |
| Scoring Defense | 70.3 | 74.6 |
| Overall Ranking | 12th (KenPom) | 253rd (KenPom) |
Player Highlights
Florida Gators
- Xaivian Lee: Leading scorer against Colgate, averaging 17.3 points in recent games.
- Rueben Chinyelu: SEC leader in rebounds, notable performance with 16 points and 12 rebounds in last game.
- Alex Condon: Achieved a double-double against Colgate, also 36th in 2-point scoring efficiency.
Dartmouth Big Green
- Kareem Thomas: Leading scorer, notable for impressive 3-point shooting percentage of 59%.
- Jayden Williams: Contributes both via perimeter shooting and overall scoring.
- Brandon Mitchell-Day: Known for assisting and leading steals, also effective in the post.
Key Insights
Florida is recognized as one of the top offensive rebounding teams in the nation. However, the Gators must improve their 3-point shooting, which currently ranks lowest among major conference teams.
Dartmouth, under coach Dave McLaughlin for ten seasons, shows potential with its strong 3-point capabilities. The Ivy League team aims to build on its scoring efficiency in this matchup.
Conclusion
This game marks Florida’s first encounter against an Ivy League school since 2014, setting the stage for an exciting matchup. With both teams looking to bolster their records, the intensity is expected to be high as they compete for a crucial win.
