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Vanderbilt Upsets Florida, Ends 12-Game Winning Streak

3/15/2026

Summary

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Vanderbilt Commodores stunned top-seeded Florida Gators 91-74 in the SEC Tournament semifinals, snapping Florida's 12-game winning streak.
Vanderbilt shot 55% from the field and forced Florida's 14 turnovers, turning them into 24 points.
Florida shot 29% from three and trailed by as many as 25 points.
The defeat raises questions about Florida's No. 1 seed prospects as Selection Sunday approaches, while Vanderbilt advances to the championship game pursuing its first title since 2012.

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Historical Context

The 2012 SEC Tournament final saw the Kentucky Wildcats claim their 14th title by defeating the Vanderbilt Commodores 71-64, highlighting the fierce competition in college basketball. Vanderbilt, aiming for their first title since 1951, faced a significant challenge. This rivalry intensified with Vanderbilt's recent upset of the Florida Gators, raising questions about Florida's NCAA tournament seeding and illustrating the unpredictable nature of college sports.

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Story summary

Vanderbilt Commodores stunned top-seeded Florida Gators 91-74 in the SEC Tournament semifinals, snapping Florida's 12-game winning streak.
Vanderbilt shot 55% from the field and forced Florida's 14 turnovers, turning them into 24 points.
Florida shot 29% from three and trailed by as many as 25 points.
The defeat raises questions about Florida's No. 1 seed prospects as Selection Sunday approaches, while Vanderbilt advances to the championship game pursuing its first title since 2012.

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