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Recap - Connecticut Defeats Florida 62-59

Connecticut got 15 points from Tyler Polley as they ran past Florida 62-59 on Sunday at Harry A. Gampel Pavilion.

Connecticut was the ATS victor, as they covered the +4.0-point spread as an underdog.

Connecticut got 15 points from Christian Vital and another 13 points from Josh Carlton. Christian Vital contributed 5 assists, while Akok Akok cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.

Florida got a 15-point performance from Kerry Blackshear Jr., who was supported by 14 points from Andrew Nembhard. Andrew Nembhard had 7 assists in a losing cause for Florida, while Kerry Blackshear Jr. grabbed 8 rebounds.

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

The rebound battle favored Connecticut as they grabbed 36 boards, while Florida only had 34

Next game, Connecticut takes its act home to face Buffalo looking for another win. For Florida, they head on the road to face Saint Joseph's.