Arkansas Upsets No. 2 Florida in 80-69 Win
By: KARK 4 News
Updated: February 6, 2013
Arkansas (14-8, 5-4) stunned a Gator team that hopes to compete for a national championship. The victory marks Arkansas' first win against a #2 ranked team since Auburn in 1999.
In what was a true team effort, B.J. Young came off the bench to lead with way with 13 points. Marshawn Powell and Michael Qualls each had 11 points. The scoring effort marked a career high for Qualls.
The Razorbacks came out strong and managed to head to the half with a 43-26 lead. Arkansas shot 53-percent in the first half compared to Florida's 29-percent.
Arkansas' victory marks its first over Florida in six games. The Razorbacks extended their home game winning streak to 11 games.
Florida made the trip to Fayetteville with an 18-2 overall record and 8-0 in SEC play. Florida hoped to earn its 11th straight victory.
