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Florida Gators guard Walter Clayton Jr. (1) surrounded by teammates, raises the national championship trophy after winning the National Championship against the Houston Cougars in the NCAA Tournament on Monday, April 7, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas.

Walter Clayton Jr. named SEC Male Athlete of the Year

By Luke Adragna | July 9

Florida men's basketball guard Walter Clayton Jr. became the 14th Florida athlete to receive the SEC Athlete of the Year honors Wednesday.

Florida Gators Head Coach Todd Golden coaches his team on offense in a basketball game against South Carolina on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025, in Gainesville, Fla.

Gators basketball adds Alex Kovatchev, fills final scholarship spot

By Luke Adragna | 11:10am

Florida Gators Head Coach Todd Golden points at one of his players during a basketball game against Auburn University on Feb. 8, 2025, in Auburn, Ala.

Florida basketball’s non-conference schedule revealed for 2025-26

By Curan Ahern | July 1

UF basketball player Olivier Rioux (32) high-fives teammate Sam Alexis (4) during the game against the Tennessee Volunteers on Jan. 7, 2025.

Olivier Rioux set to compete with FIBA U19 Canadian team

By Luke Adragna | June 27

Florida Gators guard Will Richard (5) holds the national championship trophy and smiles after winning the National Championship against the Houston Cougars in the NCAA Tournament on Monday, April 7, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas.

Will Richard selected by Golden State Warriors with No. 56 pick

By Luke Adragna | June 26

Florida Gators guard Will Richard (5) and guard Alijah Martin (15) celebrate with a hug after winning the National Championship against the Houston Cougars in the NCAA Tournament on Monday, April 7, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas.

Alijah Martin gets selected by Toronto Raptors with No. 39 pick

By Luke Adragna | June 26

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Florida Gators guard Walter Clayton Jr. (1) takes a post game interview with ESPN after the Gators win a basketball game against Auburn University on Feb. 8, 2025, in Auburn, Ala.

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Walter Clayton Jr. goes No. 18 overall to the Utah Jazz

By Luke Adragna | June 25

Florida guard Walter Clayton Jr. was selected 18th overall to the Utah Jazz.

Former UF assistant coach Mark Daigneault’s path from Gainesville to the NBA.

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Mark Daigneault’s rise: former Florida coach becomes NBA Champion

By Luke Adragna | June 24

Former Florida assistant coach Mark Daigneault led the Oklahoma City Thunder to their first championship in franchise history.

Florida Gators Head Coach Todd Golden during a post-game team huddle after a basketball game against South Carolina at the Exactech Arena in the Stephen C. O’Connell Center on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025.

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Does Florida’s retooled roster position itself to go back-to-back?

By Ava DiCecca | June 10

Florida basketball returned key pieces from its national championship team and acquired two coveted transfers ahead of the 2025-26 season.

Florida Gators forward/center Alex Condon (21) celebrates with the fans after a win in a basketball game against the Auburn Tigers in the Final Four round of the NCAA Tournament on Saturday, April 5, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas.

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Alex Condon withdraws from NBA Draft, will return to Florida

By Max Bernstein | May 27

Florida Gators forward Alex Condon withdrew his name from the NBA Draft and will return to Florida for the 2025-26 season.

Head coach Todd Golden poses with President Donald Trump during the Florida Gators Men's Basketball team visit to the White House in Washington D.C., on Wednesday, May 21, 2025.

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Gators rock the House: Reliving Florida basketball’s visits to the White House

By Luke Adragna | May 21

The Florida Gators basketball team was honored in its third trip to the White House Wednesday evening. President Donald Trump recognized head coach Todd Golden among other Gators basketball players.

Florida Gators Head Coach Todd Golden celebrates with the team after a win in a basketball game against Oklahoma on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025, in Gainesville, Fla.

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Arkansas transfer Boogie Fland commits to Florida

By Max Bernstein | May 20

Former Arkansas freshman guard Boogie Fland committed to Florida Tuesday morning. He was considered one of the top remaining portal targets.

UF basketball player Rueben Chinyelu (9) pictured during the game against the Texas Longhorns on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at the O’Connell Center in Gainesville, Florida.

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Rueben Chinyelu withdraws from NBA Draft, set to return to Florida

By Luke Adragna | May 19

Florida center Rueben Chinyelu announced his decision to return to Florida and withdraw from the NBA Draft Monday morning.

UF Basketball Coach Todd Golden has signed a six-year contract, confirming his place among the current top-earning coaches in college basketball.

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Todd Golden earns contract extension, garners high acclaim from students

By Adrian Carmona | May 13

Todd Golden became the fourth highest-paid coach in the NCAA behind Kansas’ Bill Self, Arkansas’ John Calipari and Connecticut's Dan Hurley. He is set to make $6.75 million per year.

Florida Gators forward Thomas Haugh (10) celebrates after winning the National Championship against the Houston Cougars in the NCAA Tournament on Monday, April 7, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas.

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Stellar sophomore season leaves Thomas Haugh with a decision to make

By Jackson Colding | Apr. 18

After being a three-star recruit from New Oxford, Pennsylvania, Thomas Haugh has established himself as a legitimate NBA Draft prospect following his sophomore season.

Senior guard Bennett Andersen smiles on the court in the Gators’ 96-57 win against the Grambling State Tigers on Dec. 22, 2023.

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Bennett Andersen: From three-time intramural champion to Florida walk-on

By Hailey Hurst | Apr. 17

In the chaos of Florida’s historic postseason run, walk-on graduate student guard Bennett Andersen made his way under the bright arena lights, as his two minutes of play would later resonate beyond the court.

Florida Gators guard Walter Clayton Jr. (1) shoots a layup during a basketball game against the Houston Cougars in the National Championship round of the NCAA Tournament on Monday, April 7, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas.

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From zeros to heroes: How a group of overlooked recruits took Florida basketball to a national title

By Hugh Green | Apr. 16

Florida became the first program in the modern era to win a national championship without a top-100 recruit.

Florida Gators guard Walter Clayton Jr. (1) and center Rueben Chinyelu (9) talk after winning the National Championship against the Houston Cougars in the NCAA Tournament on Monday, April 7, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas.

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How Florida’s transfers helped it win a national championship

By Liana Handler | Apr. 16

On a team of transfers, even for the ones who have stuck around in Florida their entire career, there’s still a story.

Florida Gators guard Walter Clayton Jr. (1) drives with the ball during a basketball game against the Auburn Tigers in the Final Four round of the NCAA Tournament on Saturday, April 5, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas.

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Walter Clayton Jr.’s top 10 moments of the 2025 season

By Liana Handler | Apr. 15

When Walter Clayton Jr. won the Final Four Most Outstanding Player award, it was the conclusion of a career-best year for the senior guard.

Florida Gators guard Walter Clayton Jr. (1) dribbles the ball during a basketball game against the Houston Cougars in the National Championship round of the NCAA Tournament on Monday, April 7, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas.

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Greatest moments from Florida basketball’s national championship run

By Max Tucker | Apr. 14

Florida basketball’s national championship season was filled with thrilling victories in both dominant and come-from-behind fashion. Here’s a timeline of the Gators’ best moments from this season.