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Postseason NIT - Central Florida Knights vs Florida Gators Wrap - Central Florida Wins 67-49

Central Florida grabbed a 67-49 win over Florida on Wednesday, behind a 21-point effort from C.J. Kelly at Stephen C. O'Connell Center.

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

Central Florida got 17 points from Taylor Hendricks and another 12 points from Ithiel Horton. Darius Johnson contributed 3 assists, while Lahat Thioune cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.

Florida got a 13-point performance from Riley Kugel, who was supported by 6 points from Myreon Jones. Myreon Jones had 2 assists in a losing cause for Florida, while Will Richard grabbed 7 rebounds.

Central Florida led at halftime, 35-27.

Central Florida had a 38-28 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.