The Florida men's basketball team had a disappointing semifinal loss to Vanderbilt on March 14, but returned to work following a 14-game winning streak. The team returned to form with a 114-55 first-round win over Prairie View A&M, marking only one game in the history of the NCAAs with a more lopsided margin than the Gators' 59-point win. The Gators managed to turn a 15-15 game into a 60-21 halftime lead, shooting 75% from the field in the first half and outscoring 64-10 in the paint. They advanced to play against Iowa on March 22. Despite the team's recent struggles, the team remains confident and confident in its ability to perform well in the upcoming tournament.