ncaab Game Recap
March Madness - Maryland Terrapins vs Florida Gators Wrap - Florida Wins 87-71
Florida grabbed a 87-71 win over Maryland on Thursday, behind a 15-point effort from Will Richard at Chase Center.
Florida won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -7.0-point spread as favorites.
Alijah Martin had 14 points for Florida and Thomas Haugh chipped in with 13 points. Thomas Haugh had 4 assists for them, while Thomas Haugh was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.
Maryland got 27 points from Derik Queen in a losing cause and another 17 points from Ja'Kobi Gillespie. Julian Reese contributed 3 assists for them, while Julian Reese had 8 rebounds.
Florida was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Florida as they grabbed 38 boards, while Maryland only had 20