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Missouri Upsets No. 5 Florida in Thrilling Finish

Missouri Tigers delivered a stunning upset against the No. 5 Florida Gators with a narrow 83-82 victory on January 14, 2025. Caleb Grill was the standout performer for Missouri, scoring 22 points and hitting two crucial free throws with just five seconds left on the clock. His efforts were complemented by R. Chinyelu, who contributed a double-double with 11 points and 10 rebounds, and A. Condon, who added 8 points, 6 rebounds, and 3 assists. Off the bench, T. Haugh provided valuable support with 7 points and 5 rebounds. Despite a strong performance from Florida, they ultimately fell short in this nail-biting contest.

In another exciting matchup, the Arizona Wildcats extended their winning streak to seven games by defeating the No. 25 Baylor Bears 81-70. Henri Veesaar led the Wildcats with 19 points, while Jaden Bradley contributed significantly with 13 points, 6 assists, and 5 rebounds. Arizona's defense was particularly impressive in the first half, allowing them to build a commanding 27-point lead. Baylor's Robert Wright III and VJ Edgecome tried to rally their team with 16 and 14 points, respectively, but their second-half efforts were not enough to close the gap. Arizona showcased their shooting prowess, hitting 54% of their shots and going 7 of 14 from beyond the arc.

In the Atlantic 10 conference, the VCU Rams secured a solid 78-62 victory over the Saint Louis Billikens. Joseph Bamisile emerged as the top scorer for VCU with 23 points, while Robbie Avila led Saint Louis with 18 points, 8 rebounds, and 3 steals. This game was part of the A-10 men’s basketball schedule, highlighting the competitive nature of college basketball on January 14.

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