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Florida Downs Ohio State 71-68 - Match Report

Florida earned a 71-68 victory over Ohio State on Wednesday, getting 19 points from Phlandrous Fleming Jr. at Suncoast Credit Union Arena.

Florida was a -2.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

Florida got 11 points from Colin Castleton and another 10 points from CJ Felder. Colin Castleton contributed 3 assists, while Colin Castleton cleaned the glass with 13 rebounds.

Ohio State got a 23-point performance from E.J. Liddell, who was supported by 11 points from Kyle Young. Justin Ahrens had 3 assists in a losing cause for Ohio State, while Kyle Young grabbed 6 rebounds.

Florida was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

Florida won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 32-29.

Florida heads into a battle against Troy. Ohio State, meanwhile, will have their next action against Duke.