Florida suffered a season-ending loss to Iowa in a thrilling March Madness game, ending their chances to repeat as national champions. Iowa's Alvaro Folgueiras delivered the decisive 3-pointer as the Hawkeyes advanced to the Sweet 16. Florida's Xavian Lee made a crucial turnover instead of a game-winning layup with 1:58 remaining. The team had been trailing double-digit deficits in both halves, allowing Iowa to edge past the top-seeded Gators. Despite Todd Golden’s Analytics and players’ execution failed the Gators, they still had a chance to win the game. The loss was seen as a significant setback for Florida's season, which had not been without warning signs.