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Walter Clayton’s late-game heroics help propel Florida to Sweet 16

On3 imageby:Keith Niebuhr•03/23/25•

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NCAA Basketball: NCAA Tournament Second Round-Connecticut at Florida
Mar 23, 2025; Raleigh, NC, USA; Florida Gators guard Walter Clayton Jr. (1) shoots for the basket as Connecticut Huskies forward Alex Karaban (11) defends during the second half in the second round of the NCAA Tournament at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

For much of No. 3 Florida's game Sunday against two-time defending national champion UConn, All-American Gators guard Walter Clayton struggled to find his rhythm. But when it mattered most, he took over.