Walter Clayton Jr. opened up the scoring with a 2-point jumper on the first possession, but Mizzou responded with a 3-pointer. Clayton responded with a three of his own on the next possession, but that would be the last time the Gators held the edge on the scoreboard.

The No. 5 Florida basketball team suffered an 83-82 loss at home to Missouri on Tuesday as their second-half comeback attempt fell just one point short, and head coach Todd Golden credited the Tigers for how they played in the game.

Slow start, turnovers contribute to No. 4 Florida basketball suffering an upset loss at home to Missouri on Tuesday night