After Georgia’s Somto Cyril was ejected midway through the first half, Florida’s frontcourt thrived off the nation’s No. 5 shotblocker’s absence.
Despite overcoming a 10-point deficit to take the lead with around three minutes left, Florida was unable to finish off its late-game comeback.
On Saturday, UF (9-4) opens conference play in Columbia against Missouri (10-3) at 8:30 p.m. ET. The Gators’ conference slate includes matchups against six teams currently ranked in the AP’s top 25 poll, as well as two nationally-televised broadcasts on ABC.
The Gators (12-4) battled Tennessee (9-3) in Knoxville for a chance to win the conference opener in the new year. But, Florida couldn’t keep its foot on the gas down the stretch and ultimately fell 76-65 to Tennessee.
The Florida Gators open conference play Thursday against Tennessee (8-3) after finishing the non-conference portion of the schedule with a 12-3 record.
Gators WR Dallas Wilson announced his decision to re-sign Dec. 31 after Florida sought to retain his services following the 2025 season.
Florida’s frontcourt dominated Dartmouth, finishing the night with a 60-24 advantage on the glass while outscoring the Big Green 56-20 in paint points in a blowout victory.
Standout Florida freshman edge rusher Jayden Woods will enter the transfer portal.
Florida (12-3) bounced back from a season-high 23 turnovers in its previous outing with an 82-66 win over Furman (6-7) on Sunday at Exactech Arena in the Stephen C. O’Connell Center.
On Monday, No. 22 Florida (8-4) hosts Dartmouth (5-6) to close out non-conference play at 6 p.m. at the Stephen C. O’Connell Center. The Gators look to enter SEC play on a four-game win streak with a win in their first meeting against the Big Green.
With Alex Condon’s nine points, seven rebounds and four assists in the first half, the Aussie set the tone for the rest of the Gator squad that came to life in the second half, outscoring the Raiders 47-29 after the break.
Florida's Olivier Rioux became the tallest player in collegiate basketball to convert a field goal in UF's blowout win over Saint Francis.
Florida (11-2) beat Florida A&M (0-9) 76-51 in the Exactech Arena at the O’Connell Center Wednesday afternoon, defending its eight-game undefeated streak at home.
Florida football received massive news regarding its future Dec. 15, as starting quarterback DJ Lagway announced his intention to transfer. Now, with Lagway off to his next destination, where will Florida turn for its open quarterback position?
After two seasons as Florida’s starting quarterback, DJ Lagway intends to enter the transfer portal.
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