Wright, Arthur push KU past Florida in Vegas OT win
Kansas beat defending national champion Florida 82 80 in overtime at Orleans Arena. Julian Wright and Darrell Arthur led a fast paced Jayhawks comeback, outshining Noah and Horford while Brandon Rush clamped down on defense. Wright scored 17 in the first half and Arthur finished with 19 points and nine rebounds.
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Jayhawks Upset Florida In OT Win At Las Vegas Inv
Kansas University stunned top ranked Florida 82 80 in overtime at the Las Vegas Invitational final before 8500 fans at Orleans Arena. Julian Wright scored a career high 21 points and dominated the late stretch as KU erased a one point deficit with 1 21 left in OT. Wright earned MVP honors while Mario Chalmers and Russell Robinson contributed double digit totals as KU handed the Gators their first loss after 17 straight wins.
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Inside Box Score and Radio Call Shifts
Box score details and a radio call by Bob Davis highlight football and basketball sections. It notes a double play on offense and defense while Kansas and Florida players are referenced with field goals and shooting percentages.
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Florida Gators fall in overtime to Kansas 82-80
Florida coach Billy Donovan criticized poor decision making and shot selection after the Gators lost 82-80 in overtime to Kansas at Orleans Arena. He credited KU’s talent and coaching, lamenting Florida’s lack of ball movement and failure to play to their offensive identity in the South showdown.
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