The Florida Gators won the 2025 NCAA Division I men’s basketball championship, defeating the Houston Cougars 65–63 in the title game.

Quick Scoop

  • Champion: Florida Gators.
  • Runner-up: Houston Cougars.
  • Final score: 65–63 in favor of Florida.
  • Date of championship game: April 7, 2025.
  • Location: Alamodome, San Antonio, Texas.
  • Florida’s title count: Third national championship (previously 2006 and 2007).

A quick narrative

Florida trailed by as many as 12 points in the second half before mounting a late comeback, using a big run to erase Houston’s lead and edge ahead in the closing minute. A final defensive stand on Houston’s last possession sealed the two-point victory and gave Florida its first national title since the back-to-back championships in 2006 and 2007.

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