South Carolina players celebrate after beating Florida 77-70 in the East Regional championship game of the NCAA men's college basketball tournament Sunday in New York.

South Carolina forward Maik Kotsar, 21, is congratulated by forward Chris Silva, 30, after scoring against Florida in the second half of the East Regional on Sunday in New York. South Carolina won 77-70 to reach the Final Four for the first time in school history.

South Carolina guard Sindarius Thornwell puts up a shot against Florida forward Kevarrius Hayes during the second half.

South Carolina forward Chris Silva grabs a rebound against Florida during the second half.

Florida guard Chris Chiozza puts up a shot against South Carolina guard Duane Notice during the second half.

South Carolina guard Sindarius Thornwell puts up a shot against Florida during the second half.

South Carolina forward Chris Silva drives against Florida forward Gorjok Gak during the second half.