Gators rally past Virginia Tech; Oral Roberts Preview

Published: March 20, 2021, 1:56 a.m.

Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) and Eric Fawcett (Gator Country) break down Florida's thrilling 75-70 overtime win over Virginia Tech in the first round of the NCAA Tournament Friday afternoon. 

How Florida's defensive game plan keyed the victory-- and how Mike White's curious decisions late put the game at risk. Plus, Tre Mann and Colin Castleton proving stars matter in March. 

Finally, a lengthy preview of Florida's second round matchup with 15 seed Oral Roberts, who stunned the college basketball universe by upsetting two seed Ohio State in South Region play Saturday afternoon. Why Kevin Obanor and Max Abmas are legitimate stars, why Florida's depth may overwhelms the Golden Eagles, and why Florida's ability to free up Noah Locke may key the Gators.