Southern Illinois basketball suffered a tough 93-68 loss to No. 21 Florida on the road, with the Gators dominating the game from the start. Head coach Scott Nagy expressed disappointment in his team’s lack of fight in the first half, while pointing out the absence of guard Elijah Elliott due to injury. Despite the loss, the Salukis showed promise in their rebounding efforts, outrebounding Florida 49-46.
Southern Illinois made a commendable effort in the second half, narrowing the point gap and showing resilience. The team struggled with shooting efficiency throughout the game, while Florida capitalized on their 3-point shooting, making a season-high 16 shots from deep. Guard Alijah Martin led the Gators with 32 points.
Looking ahead, the Salukis will be participating in the Gulf Coast Showcase in Ft. Myers, with a matchup against La Tech on Monday. Fans can stay updated on the team’s progress through various social media platforms and the “Salukis” mobile app.
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