Dior Johnson scores 41 points in UCF's overtime win over FGCU
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Last updated Nov 3, 2026
Dior Johnson scored 41 points, including 10 in overtime, leading UCF to a 96-95 victory against Florida Gulf Coast on November 2. Johnson's late 3-pointer gave UCF an 89-82 lead in overtime. After being tied at 82, Florida Gulf Coast forced overtime with a last-second layup. UCF will next face Yale on November 6, while FGCU plays New College on the same day.
- •UCF and FGCU both opened their seasons with this match.
- •FGCU led at halftime, 38-36.
- •UCF held a 61-49 lead in the second half.
- •FGCU tied the game at 82 to send it to overtime.
- •Johnson made 13 of 15 shots and 11 of 15 free throws.
- 2:55 AMYahoo Sports — Dior Johnson scores 41 points, rescues UCF in overtime of 96-95 win over Florida Gulf Coast
"(AP) — Dior Johnson scored 41 points, including 10 in overtime, and UCF outlasted Florida Gulf Coast 96-95 on Monday night in the season opener for both teams.Johnson's 3-pointer with 3 1/2 minutes remaining in overtime gave the Knights an 89-82 lead.
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