Florida Gators Dominate Colgate Raiders in NCAAB Clash
Sunday, December 21, 2025, 12:00 PM ET · Stephen C. O'Connell Center
Florida Gators 90, Colgate Raiders 60, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Colgate Raiders vs Florida Gators?
Florida Gators beat Colgate Raiders 90-60 at Stephen C. O'Connell Center on December 21, 2025.
The Florida Gators delivered a commanding performance against the Colgate Raiders, securing a decisive 90-60 victory at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center. This matchup showcased the Gators' strong home record and their ability to score effectively, underscoring their status as a formidable team in the NCAAB landscape. With this win, the Gators improved their home record to 8-4 overall and 7-1 at home this season, while the Raiders fell to 6-6.
In the lead-up to the game, Florida had been in solid form, boasting a record of 7-3 in their last ten games, including a two-game winning streak. They averaged an impressive 83.5 points while allowing 69.0 points per game during this stretch. Their recent victories included a 102-61 blowout against Saint Francis Red Wolves and an 80-70 win over George Washington Revolutionaries. In contrast, Colgate had a record of 6-4 in their last ten games, but they came into this contest on the back of a loss, having fallen 77-85 to St. Bonaventure Bonnies. The Raiders averaged 78.3 points scored and 71.3 points allowed in their recent outings.
At home, the Gators had shown their dominance, winning seven of their eight home games this season. Their scoring prowess was evident, particularly in their last five games, where they averaged 82.2 points while allowing 70.6 points. The Raiders, on the other hand, struggled on the road with a 2-3 record, highlighting the challenges they faced in this away matchup.
The game featured a notable spread of 27.5 points in favor of Florida, according to DraftKings, with a total set at 156.5. This indicated a strong expectation for a high-scoring game, reflective of both teams' offensive capabilities. The conditions in the arena were favorable for basketball, contributing to an engaging atmosphere for the players and fans alike.
Throughout the game, the Gators showcased their offensive depth, with multiple players contributing to the scoreline. The scoring plays highlighted the Gators' ability to stretch the floor, with Urban Klavzar hitting a three-pointer and Rueben Chinyelu making key baskets in the second half. The Gators maintained control throughout, with their largest lead reaching 30 points at one stage.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide any specific details regarding player absences, suggesting that both teams fielded their full rosters for this encounter.
As the game progressed, viewers were treated to a display of teamwork and skill from the Gators, who effectively executed their game plan and capitalized on their home-court advantage. Florida's ability to score in transition and their defensive efforts were key factors in their victory, allowing them to maintain a comfortable lead throughout the contest.
Overall, this matchup served as a testament to Florida's strength in the NCAAB this season, while Colgate will need to regroup and address their recent struggles as they move forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | FLA -27.5 | 156.5 o -112 / u -108 | Colgate Raiders — · Florida Gators — |
Leaders
- PointsXaivian Lee19Florida Gators
- AssistsAlex Condon5Florida Gators
- ReboundsRueben Chinyelu12Florida Gators
- PointsKyle Carlesimo14Colgate Raiders
- AssistsSam Wright4Colgate Raiders
- ReboundsBen Tweedy5Colgate Raiders
Recent form
Florida Gators
Last 10: 7-3Streak W283.5 scored · 69 allowed per game7-1 at home
- W102-61vs Saint Francis Red WolvesDec 17
- W80-70vs George Washington RevolutionariesDec 13
- L73-77at UConn HuskiesDec 10
- L66-67at Duke Blue DevilsDec 3
- W90-78vs Providence FriarsNov 28
- L80-84vs TCU Horned FrogsNov 27
- W80-45vs Merrimack WarriorsNov 22
- W82-68vs Miami HurricanesNov 17
- W78-76vs Florida State SeminolesNov 12
- W104-64vs North Florida OspreysNov 7
Colgate Raiders
Last 10: 6-4Streak L178.3 scored · 71.3 allowed per game2-3 away
- L77-85at St. Bonaventure BonniesDec 11
- W94-50vs St. John Fisher CardinalsDec 6
- W72-62vs Fordham RamsNov 30
- W85-50vs SUNY Oneonta Red DragonsNov 29
- W69-67at UAlbany Great DanesNov 29
- L94-95at Cornell Big RedNov 21
- W72-69at Siena SaintsNov 18
- L65-84at Illinois Fighting IlliniNov 15
- W90-83vs Drexel DragonsNov 12
- L65-68vs Northeastern HuskiesNov 7
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Navy | 26-8 | - | 17-1 |
| Colgate | 18-15 | 6 | 11-7 |
| Lehigh | 18-17 | 6 | 11-7 |
| Boston University | 17-17 | 7 | 10-8 |
| American University | 16-16 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Loyola Maryland | 12-20 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Lafayette | 11-21 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Bucknell | 10-23 | 11 | 6-12 |
| Army | 11-21 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Holy Cross | 11-22 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Florida | 27-8 | - | 16-2 |
| Arkansas | 28-9 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Alabama | 25-10 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Vanderbilt | 27-9 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Tennessee | 25-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Texas A&M | 22-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Georgia | 22-11 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Kentucky | 22-14 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Missouri | 20-13 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Texas | 21-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Auburn | 22-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma | 21-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Mississippi State | 13-19 | 11 | 5-13 |
| Ole Miss | 15-20 | 12 | 4-14 |
| South Carolina | 13-19 | 12 | 4-14 |
| LSU | 15-17 | 13 | 3-15 |
Box score
| Stat | Colgate Raiders | Florida Gators |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-55 | 32-62 |
| Field goal % | 42 | 52 |
| Three-pointers | 11-17 | 8-24 |
| Three-point % | 65 | 33 |
| Free throws | 3-8 | 18-27 |
| Free throw % | 38 | 67 |
| Rebounds | 22 | 49 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 20 |
| Defensive rebounds | 16 | 29 |
| Assists | 16 | 12 |
| Steals | 5 | 8 |
| Blocks | 5 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 19 |
| Points in the paint | 16 | 48 |
| Fouls | 18 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 37 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 4 | 94 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half33-43Ben Tweedy makes layup (Sam Wright assists)
- 2nd Half33-44Rueben Chinyelu makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half33-45Rueben Chinyelu makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half36-45Sam Wright makes 23-foot three point jumper (Andrew Alekseyenko assists)
- 2nd Half36-47Xaivian Lee makes driving layup
- 2nd Half36-49Boogie Fland makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half38-49Andrew Alekseyenko makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half39-49Andrew Alekseyenko makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half39-52Thomas Haugh makes 24-foot three point jumper (Xaivian Lee assists)
- 2nd Half39-55Thomas Haugh makes 24-foot three point jumper (Boogie Fland assists)
- 2nd Half39-56Xaivian Lee makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-57Xaivian Lee makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half42-57Andrew Alekseyenko makes 23-foot three point step back jumpshot (Ben Tweedy assists)
- 2nd Half42-59Alex Condon makes layup
- 2nd Half44-59Jalen Cox makes 18-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half44-62Xaivian Lee makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half44-64Xaivian Lee makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half44-66Thomas Haugh makes layup (Xaivian Lee assists)
- 2nd Half44-67Alex Condon makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-68Alex Condon makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-69Thomas Haugh makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-70Thomas Haugh makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-71Thomas Haugh makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-71Sam Wright makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jalen Cox assists)
- 2nd Half49-71Sam Wright makes layup (Cooper Wright assists)
- 2nd Half49-72Thomas Haugh makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-74Rueben Chinyelu makes layup
- 2nd Half49-75Rueben Chinyelu makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-76Rueben Chinyelu makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-78Xaivian Lee makes 10-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half49-81Alex Condon makes 24-foot three point jumper (Urban Klavzar assists)
- 2nd Half51-81Jalen Cox makes layup (Sam Wright assists)
- 2nd Half51-84Urban Klavzar makes 23-foot three point jumper (Xaivian Lee assists)
- 2nd Half51-86Xaivian Lee makes layup
- 2nd Half51-88Rueben Chinyelu makes 6-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half54-88Kyle Carlesimo makes 23-foot three point jumper (Andrew Alekseyenko assists)
- 2nd Half54-90Rueben Chinyelu makes 2-foot dunk (Alex Condon assists)
- 2nd Half56-90Josh Ahayere makes 14-foot jumper
- 2nd Half59-90Jonathan Niv makes 25-foot three pointer (Charlie Pugh assists)
- 2nd Half60-90Cooper Wright makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Florida Gators, below favours Colgate Raiders.
Venue
- Stephen C. O'Connell CenterGainesville, FL
- Attendance10189
- OfficialsRob Rorke, Landon Brandes, Devyn Page
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