Clash at Paul Porter Arena: Florida Gators Take on Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs in Women's Basketball Showdown

As the Florida Gators prepare to face off against the Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs at Paul Porter Arena, fans are eager to see how their team will perform. The upcoming Women's Basketball game is set to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams looking to assert their dominance on the court.

The Gators have shown a mix of results in their recent outings. Despite a strong performance against Georgia Tech where they secured a win with 68 points, they've also faced narrow defeats in high-scoring games against Tulsa and Marshall, scoring 64 and 88 points respectively. These results indicate that while the offense has been capable of putting up significant numbers, there have been defensive lapses that need addressing.

Analyzing the past games reveals some trends for the Gators. They've demonstrated an ability to score effectively inside the paint and from fast breaks but have struggled with consistency from beyond the arc. Their three-point shooting percentage has fluctuated, which could be an area of focus for improvement.

Rebounding has been another strong suit for Florida; however, turnovers and personal fouls have occasionally disrupted their rhythm. The assist-to-turnover ratio suggests that while they can move the ball well, maintaining possession will be crucial against Gardner-Webb.

Playing away at Paul Porter Arena may present its challenges as home-court advantage often plays a role in basketball outcomes. Nevertheless, if Florida can leverage its strengths and tighten up defensively while controlling turnovers better than in previous games, they stand a good chance of coming out on top.

Fans can catch all the action on December 17th at 8 PM Eastern Time as these two teams battle it out on neutral ground in Boiling Springs, North Carolina. With no broadcast networks listed yet for this game date and time are subject to change; stay tuned for updates on where you can follow along live.