GAINESVILLE, Fla. –– Florida A&M dropped their fourth straight game to start the season, falling to Florida 84-60 at the Exactech Arena on Tuesday night. The Rattlers (0-4) struggled early, falling behind 46-22 at halftime, and couldn't recover despite a stronger second-half showing.

Sterling Young led the Rattlers with 12 points. Jamine Charles nearly had a double-double, scoring 9 points and grabbing 12 rebounds. Jocobi Hendricks and Milton Matthews each added 9 points.

The Gators jumped to an early lead, with Will Richard (20 points) and Walter Clayton Jr. (17 points) leading the way for Florida. The Rattlers struggled to contain Florida's transition game, giving up 30 fast break points while only managing 4 of their own.

Despite the loss, FAMU showed improved play in the second half, scoring 38 points compared to just 22 in the first half. The Rattlers also shot better from the free-throw line in the second period, converting 16-of-19 attempts (84.2%) after struggling with a 1-of-5 showing before halftime.

The Rattlers did manage to win the bench scoring battle 28-23 and shot a respectable 70.8% from the free throw line overall, but struggled from the field, shooting just 34.5% including 5-of-21 from three-point range.

The Rattlers will look to capture their first win of the season in their home opener this Friday, November 22, at 5 p.m. versus Trinity Baptist.

Game Notes
» The Florida A&M bench came alive by scoring 28 points to its scoring output.
» Florida A&M cleaned up on the offensive glass, collecting 12 offensive boards in the game.
» Sterling Young led the Rattlers with 12 points.
» Florida A&M got a game-high 12 rebounds from Jamine Charles.

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