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Houston fails to get a shot off in final seconds as Florida wins national championship

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'We've got Walt': How Clayton Jr. willed Florida to a title

Whether he put up 34 points or 11, Clayton's presence for the Gators was key to their title hopes.

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Walter Clayton Jr. finishes through contact for Gators

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Ja'Vier Francis elevates for massive poster dunk for Houston

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Kelvin Sampson explains what went wrong for Houston on final play

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Bilas breaks down how Florida overcame deficit vs. Houston

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Greenberg impressed by Florida's competitiveness in win

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Ja'Vier Francis throws down massive putback jam for Houston

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Houston fans erupt after Mylik Wilson's alley-oop slam

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