GAINESVILLE, Fla. — In an impressive home opener, Alex Condon shone with a career-best 23 points, while Alijah Martin contributed 15, leading the 21st-ranked Florida Gators to a commanding 81-60 victory over Jacksonville.

The Gators (2-0) showcased an effective start, sinking 21 of their first 30 attempts, which allowed them to establish a significant 20-point advantage early in the second half. Although their shooting cooled as the game progressed, Florida maintained a strong presence on both offense and defense, proving too formidable for the Dolphins (1-1).

This win marked the continuation of a remarkable home-opening streak for Florida, now at 34 victories, with their most recent home opener defeat occurring in 1990 against Texas.

Robert McCray led Jacksonville’s efforts with 20 points, having been their top scorer last season with an average of 18.4 points per game.

**Key Insights**

Jacksonville’s coach, Jordan Mincy, made his return to Gainesville, having previously served on staff under former Gators head coach Mike White until 2021.

The Gators appear to possess multiple scoring threats, highlighted by Condon’s stellar performance and Walter Clayton Jr.’s 29 points in their season opener against USF.

**Turning Point**

A pivotal moment in the game came when Florida executed a 15-4 scoring run midway through the first period, during which Martin scored eight points, including a pair of three-pointers.

**Stat of Note**

Clayton ended the game with a commendable stat line, recording seven assists against only one turnover, showcasing his successful transition to the point guard role.

**Next Up**

Looking ahead, Jacksonville will face Furman on Monday, while Florida is set to host Gambling State on the same day.