COLUMBIA, S.C. (Interstat) — Florida overwhelmed South Carolina in a lopsided Southeastern Conference men’s basketball game Wednesday night, cruising to a 95-48 victory at Colonial Life Arena.

The Gators (15-6) seized control with a 48-point first half, holding the Gamecocks (11-10) to just 20 points before the break. Florida’s efficient offense shot 62.3% from the floor and dominated inside with 54 paint points. South Carolina struggled mightily, shooting 25.9% overall and 15% from 3-point range.

Thomas Haugh led Florida with 18 points. Eli Ellis scored 13 points for South Carolina before a crowd of 12,686. The Gators next host Alabama on Sunday.