Vanderbilt Commodores vs. Florida Gators: Top Eight Images From the Gators' Win

The Vanderbilt Commodores (9-15, 0-11) were defeated by the Florida Gators (13-11, 5-6) February 13th on the road, 66-57. Both teams started hot offensively, leading to fast paced opening of the game. After taking turns going on runs, the Commodores went into halftime leading 33-31. Florida came out swinging in the second half and scored […]

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The Vanderbilt Commodores (9-15, 0-11) were defeated by the Florida Gators (13-11, 5-6) February 13th on the road, 66-57.

Both teams started hot offensively, leading to fast paced opening of the game.

After taking turns going on runs, the Commodores went into halftime leading 33-31.

Florida came out swinging in the second half and scored the first eight points of the half. However, Vandy refused to be put away and continued to claw their way back into the game.

Despite Aaron Nesmith's career game, the Gators were able to squeeze out a victory at home against the struggling Commodores.

Vandy was led by Nesmith in points (26) and rebounds (9). Saben Lee led the team in assists with three.

Here are the eight best pictures from the game:

Feb 13, 2019; Gainesville, FL, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores forward Aaron Nesmith (24) and Florida Gators guard Jalen Hudson (3) go after the loose ball during the first half at Exactech Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 13, 2019; Gainesville, FL, USA;Vanderbilt Commodores guard Maxwell Evans (3) shoots a layup against the Florida Gators during the first half at Exactech Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 13, 2019; Gainesville, FL, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores head coach Bryce Drew pumps up forward Matt Ryan (32), guard Saben Lee (0) and teammates during the first half at Exactech Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 13, 2019; Gainesville, FL, USA;Vanderbilt Commodores forward Matthew Moyer (13) drives to the basket as Florida Gators forward Keyontae Johnson (11) defends during the first half at Exactech Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 13, 2019; Gainesville, FL, USA;Vanderbilt Commodores forward Aaron Nesmith (24) dunks against the Florida Gators during the second half at Exactech Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 13, 2019; Gainesville, FL, USA; Florida Gators guard Andrew Nembhard (2) steals the ball from Vanderbilt Commodores forward Yanni Wetzell (1) during the second half at Exactech Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 13, 2019; Gainesville, FL, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores forward Matt Ryan (32) and Florida Gators forward Dontay Bassett (21) go after the rebound during the second half at Exactech Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 13, 2019; Gainesville, FL, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores forward Clevon Brown (15) fouls Florida Gators forward Keyontae Johnson (11) shot during the second half at Exactech Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports