Dalton Knecht dominates Florida in Tennessee basketball win

Knecht scores 39 points, leads Vols to victory. Jonas Aidoo adds 19 points, 10 rebounds in 85-66 win over Florida.

Dalton Knecht had an incredible performance on Tuesday, scoring 39 points and leading the Tennessee Vols to an 85-66 victory over the Florida Gators. Knecht's impressive performance was met with a standing ovation from the crowd, and he walked off the court to cheers and applause.

Knecht's 39 points marked his second straight 30-point game and his third this season. He also added eight rebounds and shot 13-for-23. His incredible performance has solidified his place as a key player for the No. 7 Vols.

The senior transfer from Northern Colorado has been on fire, scoring 84 points in the past four halves of basketball. He has been averaging 42 points per game in that stretch, with standout performances against Georgia and Mississippi State.

Jonas Aidoo also had an impressive game, contributing a 19-point, 10-rebound double-double against Florida. This marked his third double-double in four SEC games and his second in a row. He has been a strong presence alongside Knecht and Zakai Zeigler, giving the Vols a formidable tandem of a big man and guard.

The Vols' dominant performance against the Gators was highlighted by their stifling defense, holding Florida to 29.9% shooting and 22.7% shooting on 3-pointers. Despite a second-half spurt from Florida, the Vols maintained their lead and secured the win.

Looking ahead, Tennessee will face off against Alabama on Saturday. This game will be a test for the Vols as they look to continue their strong performance in the SEC.

Overall, Knecht's standout performance and the Vols' dominant victory over Florida have solidified their position as a force to be reckoned with in college basketball. Fans can look forward to more exciting games as the Vols continue their impressive season.