The Tennessee Volunteers (22-1, 10-0) beat their rival, the Florida Gators (12-11, 4-6), in convincing fashion, 73-61 at home in Knoxville.

The Vols got off to a slow start, but the Gators struggled as well. Even though Tennessee started 2-7 from the field, they still led Florida 8-7 in the opening minutes of the game.

The Vols, however, eventually woke up from their slumber and started clicking offensively, which led to a 6-1 run from the top ranked team in the SEC.

Vols go on a run that included a Bowden three pointer and a wicked dunk from Kyle Alexander. Tennessee leads
14-8.

Jalen Johnson is already logging some minutes for the #Vols. Expect to see him fill the hole left by Yves Pons absence.

— AtoZ Sports Nashville (@AtoZSports) February 9, 2019

The Vols went into halftime leading by only six, 36-30.

The second half started similarly to the first for Tennessee; the Vols allowed Florida to hang around.

Despite the Gators' early resilience, the Vols eventually proved to be too much to handle offensively.

Jordan Bowden drains a three and draws a foul. Hits the free throw as well.

Florida's bench looks totally depleted. #Vols lead 69-50 with 5 minutes left.

— AtoZ Sports Nashville (@AtoZSports) February 9, 2019

The Vols were led to victory by Grant Williams (16, 6, 3), Admiral Schofield (14, 6, 2), and Jordan Bone (10, 5, 5), who led the team in points, rebounds, and assists, respectively.

Here are the top eight pictures from the game:

Feb 9, 2019; Knoxville, TN, USA; General view of Thompson-Boling Arena before a game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 9, 2019; Knoxville, TN, USA; Tennessee Volunteers guard Admiral Schofield (5) looks to pass the ball against Florida Gators guard KeVaughn Allen (5) during the first half at Thompson-Boling Arena. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 9, 2019; Knoxville, TN, USA; Tennessee Volunteers guard Admiral Schofield (5) dunks the ball against the Florida Gators during the second half at Thompson-Boling Arena. Tennessee won 73 to 61. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 9, 2019; Knoxville, TN, USA; Tennessee Volunteers head coach Rick Barnes watches during the second half against the Florida Gators at Thompson-Boling Arena. Tennessee won 73 to 61. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 9, 2019; Knoxville, TN, USA; Tennessee Volunteers guard Jordan Bowden (23) brings the ball up court against the Florida Gators during the second half at Thompson-Boling Arena. Tennessee won 73-61. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 9, 2019; Knoxville, TN, USA; Tennessee Volunteers forward Grant Williams (2) shoots the ball against Florida Gators center Kevarrius Hayes (13) during the second half at Thompson-Boling Arena. Tennessee won 73-61. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 9, 2019; Knoxville, TN, USA; Tennessee Volunteers guard Jordan Bone (0) moves the ball against Florida Gators guard Noah Locke (10) during the first half at Thompson-Boling Arena. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 9, 2019; Knoxville, TN, USA; Tennessee Volunteers guard Jordan Bowden (23) and forward Grant Williams (2) and guard Admiral Schofield (5) react during the first half against the Florida Gators at Thompson-Boling Arena. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports