Florida (19-3, 6-3) went on an 8-0 run midway through the second half that gave the Gators a little breathing room. Despite scoring well, Vanderbilt was never able to go on an extended run to give itself separation, with its largest lead being just four points.

No. 6 Florida basketball overcame the absence of leading scorer Walter Clayton Jr. with some surprise efforts to beat Vanderbilt

Todd Golden spoke with the media on Tuesday night following Florida basketball's home win over the visiting Vanderbilt Commodores.