Florida Gators Defeat Kentucky Wildcats 92-83
Saturday, February 14, 2026, 3:00 PM ET · Stephen C. O'Connell Center
Florida Gators 92, Kentucky Wildcats 83, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Kentucky Wildcats vs Florida Gators?
Florida Gators beat Kentucky Wildcats 92-83 at Stephen C. O'Connell Center on February 14, 2026.
Who was favored in Kentucky Wildcats vs Florida Gators?
Florida Gators were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1050 (about 91% implied). The favorite won.
In an exciting matchup at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center, the Florida Gators secured a 92-83 victory over the Kentucky Wildcats. This win marks a significant achievement for the Gators, who have been in impressive form lately, boasting a record of 19-6 overall. The victory also extends their winning streak to five games, showcasing their ability to score, averaging 89.0 points per game over their last ten outings.
The Gators' recent performances have been characterized by high-scoring games, with their last five games yielding an average of 86.8 points scored and only 66.8 points allowed. Their last game before facing Kentucky was a decisive 86-66 win against the Georgia Bulldogs on February 12. The Gators have proven to be formidable at home, holding a 4-1 record in their last five home games.
On the other hand, the Kentucky Wildcats, with a record of 17-8, have also shown resilience, winning eight of their last ten games. They entered this contest on a three-game winning streak, with their most recent victory being a 74-71 win against the Tennessee Volunteers on February 8. The Wildcats have averaged 78.0 points scored and allowed 74.2 points in their recent games, indicating a more balanced but slightly less dominant scoring output compared to Florida.
In terms of head-to-head matchups, this game was particularly interesting as it followed their previous encounter on January 4, 2025, where Florida lost to Kentucky 100-106. This time, however, Florida managed to turn the tables, demonstrating their growth and improvement as a team.
Injuries did not appear to significantly impact either team in this matchup, allowing both squads to field their strongest lineups. The market had set the odds with Florida favored at -12.5 according to DraftKings, indicating a strong belief in their home advantage and current form.
The game featured a lively atmosphere, with fans witnessing a back-and-forth contest that highlighted both teams' offensive capabilities. Florida's ability to convert free throws in the closing moments of the game was crucial, as they maintained their lead and secured the win. Key scoring plays included free throws from Malachi Moreno and Xaivian Lee, alongside a pivotal three-point basket from Collin Chandler that kept Kentucky within striking distance.
Overall, this matchup not only showcased the competitive nature of college basketball but also emphasized the Gators' strong home performance and ability to capitalize on their scoring opportunities. As the season progresses, both teams will look to build on their performances, with Florida continuing to assert themselves as a top contender.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | FLA -12.5 | 154.5 o -105 / u -115 | Kentucky Wildcats +675 · Florida Gators -1050 |
Leaders
- PointsXaivian Lee22Florida Gators
- AssistsXaivian Lee3Florida Gators
- ReboundsRueben Chinyelu12Florida Gators
- PointsDenzel Aberdeen19Kentucky Wildcats
- AssistsDenzel Aberdeen4Kentucky Wildcats
- ReboundsMalachi Moreno11Kentucky Wildcats
Recent form
Florida Gators
Last 10: 9-1Streak W489 scored · 71.2 allowed per game4-1 at home
- W86-66at Georgia BulldogsFeb 12
- W86-67at Texas A&M AggiesFeb 8
- W100-77vs Alabama Crimson TideFeb 1
- W95-48at South Carolina GamecocksJan 29
- L67-76vs Auburn TigersJan 24
- W79-61vs LSU TigersJan 21
- W98-94at Vanderbilt CommodoresJan 17
- W96-79at Oklahoma SoonersJan 14
- W91-67vs Tennessee VolunteersJan 10
- W92-77vs Georgia BulldogsJan 7
Kentucky Wildcats
Last 10: 8-2Streak W378 scored · 74.2 allowed per game3-1 away
- W74-71vs Tennessee VolunteersFeb 8
- W94-78vs Oklahoma SoonersFeb 5
- W85-77at Arkansas RazorbacksJan 31
- L55-80at Vanderbilt CommodoresJan 28
- W72-63vs Ole Miss RebelsJan 24
- W85-80vs Texas LonghornsJan 22
- W80-78at Tennessee VolunteersJan 17
- W75-74at LSU TigersJan 15
- W92-68vs Mississippi State BulldogsJan 11
- L68-73vs Missouri TigersJan 8
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Kentucky Wildcats | Florida Gators |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-65 | 30-67 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 9-20 | 10-28 |
| Three-point % | 45 | 36 |
| Free throws | 18-25 | 22-32 |
| Free throw % | 72 | 69 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 46 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 18 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 28 |
| Assists | 12 | 13 |
| Steals | 8 | 10 |
| Blocks | 3 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 25 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 36 |
| Fouls | 26 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 16 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 99 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half54-59Jasper Johnson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Otega Oweh assists)
- 2nd Half54-61Rueben Chinyelu makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half54-62Rueben Chinyelu makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-63Rueben Chinyelu makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-63Otega Oweh makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-63Otega Oweh makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-65Alex Condon makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half58-65Malachi Moreno makes layup (Otega Oweh assists)
- 2nd Half58-67Alex Condon makes 5-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half58-70Urban Klavzar makes 23-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Brown assists)
- 2nd Half58-72Urban Klavzar makes driving layup
- 2nd Half58-73Alex Condon makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-74Alex Condon makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-74Collin Chandler makes layup
- 2nd Half60-75Alex Condon makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-75Malachi Moreno makes 5-foot dunk (Mouhamed Dioubate assists)
- 2nd Half63-75Malachi Moreno makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half65-75Denzel Aberdeen makes 3-foot dunk
- 2nd Half65-78Urban Klavzar makes 29-foot three point jumper (Xaivian Lee assists)
- 2nd Half68-78Collin Chandler makes 23-foot three point jumper (Mouhamed Dioubate assists)
- 2nd Half70-78Denzel Aberdeen makes 9-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half70-81Urban Klavzar makes 28-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half73-81Collin Chandler makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half73-83Rueben Chinyelu makes layup (Xaivian Lee assists)
- 2nd Half74-83Mouhamed Dioubate makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-84Boogie Fland makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-84Otega Oweh makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-84Otega Oweh makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-85Thomas Haugh makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-85Denzel Aberdeen makes 7-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half78-86Xaivian Lee makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half78-87Xaivian Lee makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-87Malachi Moreno makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-87Malachi Moreno makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half80-88Alex Condon makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half83-88Collin Chandler makes 26-foot three point jumper (Denzel Aberdeen assists)
- 2nd Half83-89Xaivian Lee makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half83-90Xaivian Lee makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half83-91Boogie Fland makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half83-92Boogie Fland makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Florida Gators, below favours Kentucky Wildcats.
Venue
- Stephen C. O'Connell CenterGainesville, FL
- Attendance11230
- OfficialsDon Daily, Chuck Jones, Owen Shortt
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