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The Florida Gators basketball team experienced a sense of awe playing at New York's Madison Square Garden.

Several players and coaches, including Bronx native Boogie Fland and head coach Todd Golden, had personal connections to the city.

Assistant coach Dave Klatsky, a former Wall Street market maker, viewed the game as a homecoming and validation for his career change.

The team's Director of Operations, Jordan Jacobsen, meticulously planned the trip months in advance to ensure a seamless experience.

NEW YORK – As Florida’s basketball team begins walking through the player’s tunnel at Madison Square Garden, there is an unquestionable feeling of bewilderment.

Each Florida player trickles in as they walk in holding up their phone to record their first foot steps o

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