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Associated Press News |
Walter Clayton Jr. is running hot and playing with unshakeable belief, fueled by his Florida teammates’ insistence that any shot he takes is a good one.
The New York Times |
Clayton poured in 34 points on 11-of-18 shooting, leading the top-seeded Gators to a 79-73 win over SEC foe and fellow top seed Auburn, securing a spot in the national championship.
Sports Illustrated |
Clayton lit up the Auburn Tigers for 34 points Saturday night in a 79–73 Final Four triumph, carrying Florida to the Monday title game.

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