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Recap - Auburn Defeats Florida 85-73

K.D. Johnson scored 23 points leading Auburn to a 85-73 victory over Florida at Auburn Arena on Saturday.

Auburn won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -7.5-point spread as favorites.

Jaylin Williams had 14 points for Auburn and Jabari Smith chipped in with 13 points. Zep Jasper had 4 assists for them, while Walker Kessler was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.

Florida got 22 points from Colin Castleton in a losing cause and another 14 points from Anthony Duruji. Tyree Appleby contributed 9 assists for them, while Colin Castleton had 10 rebounds.

Auburn was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

Auburn had a 33-28 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Auburn looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Alabama. Florida will aim to get back on the winning track vs. LSU.