After six nonconference games, Vanderbilt opened SEC play Wednesday night with a visit from Florida.
Head coach Jerry Stackhouse guided the Commodores to three SEC wins during his initial league campaign, in 2019-20.
Through seven minutes, Vanderbilt and Florida were tied 14-14. The Gators then went on a 29-15 run to end the half with a 43-29 advantage.
Vanderbilt surged early in the second half with runs of 6-0 and 12-4 run to cut the deficit to 47-41 with 16:36 to play.
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