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Florida guard Laila Reynolds attempts a layup in the Gators' 92-54 win against the Florida A&M Rattlers on Monday, Nov. 13, 2023.

Gators women’s basketball falls to Tulsa despite late surge

By Ava DiCecca | Dec. 21

After an impressive, undefeated start to the season on its home court, Florida women’s basketball dropped its first game in the Stephen C. O’Connell Center against Tulsa.

Florida Gators forward/center Alex Condon (21) dribbles during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game between Florida and UConn on Tuesday, Dec. 09, 2025, in New York, N.Y.

Alex Condon sets tone early in Florida’s dominant win over Colgate

By Jeffrey Serber | Dec. 21

Florida guard Boogie Fland (0) drives during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Saint Francis, Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025, in Gainesville, Fla.

Florida v. Colgate: How the Gators can dominate the Raiders

By Jeffrey Serber | Dec. 20

Florida center Olivier Rioux (32) dunks during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Saint Francis, Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025, in Gainesville, Fla.

Olivier Rioux scores first collegiate field goal, Florida dominates Saint Francis

By Jeffrey Serber | Dec. 17

Florida Gators guard Laila Reynolds (13) takes a shot against the UNF Osprays at Billy Donavan Court at Stephen C. O'Connell Center on Monday, November 03, 2025.

Gators defend their undefeated streak at home with win over Florida A&M

By Isis Snow | Dec. 17

Florida guard Liv McGill (23) dribbles during a NCAA college basketball game against Chattanooga, Thursday, Nov. 06, 2025, in Gainesville, Fla.

Gators chomp the West Georgia Wolves in seventh consecutive home win

By Isis Snow | Dec. 14

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Second half surge fuels Florida in win over George Washington

By Jeffrey Serber | Dec. 13

From that point, there was no looking back, as Florida fought off George Washington 80-70 at the AutoNation Orange Bowl Classic in Sunrise, Florida, on Saturday. Now, the Gators are 20-4 at the annual double-header series in South Florida.

Florida Gators guard Xaivian Lee still hasn't found his shot from 3, landing 1 of 7 attempts against No. 5 UConn at Madison Square Garden.

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Florida v. George Washington. Keys for the Gators to take down the Revolutionaries

By Jeffrey Serber | Dec. 13

Social Caption: No. 18 Florida takes on George Washington in the Orange Bowl Classic in Sunrise, Florida, Saturday at 2:30. Here are four keys for the Gators to dominate the Revolutionaries.

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Gators vs. UConn: Four takeaways from Florida’s fourth loss of the season

By Luke Adragna | Dec. 10

Florida is still working out the kinks through nine games.

Florida Gators guard Boogie Fland (0) dribbles down the court during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game between Florida and UConn on Tuesday, Dec. 09, 2025, in New York, N.Y.

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Late-game mistakes and inconsistent offense cost the Gators another top-five loss

By Jeffrey Serber | Dec. 10

Florida lost to its third top-5 opponent this season.

Florida guard/forward Me'Arah O'Neal (8) passes the ball during an NCAA college basketball game against Chattanooga, Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025, in Gainesville, Fla.

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From potential to production: Me’Arah O’Neal is making her mark

By Isis Snow | Dec. 7

Me'Arah O'Neal is shining with the Gators after a productive offseason.

Florida Gators forward Thomas Haugh (10) takes a layup during the first half of a NCAA college basketball game against Merrimack, Friday, Nov. 21, 2025, in Gainesville, Fla.

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Florida vs. Duke: How the Gators can upset the No. 4 Blue Devils

By Jeffrey Serber | Dec. 2

The No. 15 Gators (5-2) travel to take on the No. 4 Blue Devils (8-0) Tuesday at Cameron Indoor Stadium for the SEC-ACC Challenge, looking for their first win in program history at the iconic college basketball venue.

Florida forward Alex Condon (21) dribbles during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Duke, Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025, at Cameron Indoor Stadium in Durham, NC.

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Florida vs. UConn: What the Gators must do to upset the No. 5 Huskies in New York

By Jeffrey Serber | Dec. 9

The Gators prepare for a rematch of its Round of 32 victory during their championship run.

Head coach Kelly Rae Finley has coached the Gators to a 9-2 start.

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How motherhood refined Kelly Rae Finley’s coaching style

By Amanda Roman | Dec. 9

For Florida women’s basketball’s head coach, motherhood and coaching don’t compete.

Florida Gators forward Nyadieng Yiech (2) looks for a lane during a NCAA college basketball game against South Alabama, Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025, in Gainesville, Fla.

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Florida opened five-game home stretch with victory over South Alabama

By Amanda Roman | Dec. 7

Liv McGill erupted for 32 points as Florida shook off a slow start, extending its non-conference home win streak to 13.

Florida Gators plays against Texas Tech for the WBIT on Thursday, March 27th, 2025.

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Florida suffers second loss of the season in a nail-biter against Virginia Tech

By Isis Snow | Dec. 4

Florida fell against ACC competitor Virginia Tech in an intense matchup on the road. The Gators missed out on tying a program record for most wins at the start of a season through 10 games.

Florida forward Thomas Haugh (10) was the only Gator with multiple field goals made in the first half against the No. 4 Duke Blue Devils at Cameron Indoor Stadium.

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Thomas Haugh proves he's the anchor among a Gators team working out the kinks

By Luke Adragna | Dec. 4

The Gators are one loss shy of their total losses during their 2024-25 championship run.

Florida guard Boogie Fland (0) excelled in the final minutes against Duke, scoring the Gators' final four field goals before a costly turnover gave the Blue Devils the win.

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Florida vs. Duke: Five takeaways from the Gators’ loss to the Blue Devils

By Jeffrey Serber | Dec. 2

Florida has looked like a shell of its championship team.

Florida guard Liv McGill (23) takes a shot during a NCAA women's basketball game at the O'Connell Center on Monday, Nov. 3, 2025, in Gainesville, Fla.

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Gators top Georgia Tech capping perfect Cayman Classic run

By Isis Snow | Nov. 29

Despite a slow start, the Gators were able to overcome early struggles and pull away in the second half to secure the win.

Me’Arah O’Neal (8) dives for the ball during the first half against the Chicago State Cougars at Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024.

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Me’Arah O’Neal breaks a career high in win over Memphis at Cayman Islands Classic

By Isis Snow | Nov. 28

Florida women’s basketball advances to 7-1 in the Cayman Islands Classic behind sophomore forward Me’Arah O’Neal’s record-breaking performance against the Memphis Tigers. O’Neal broke her record for most points in a game with 24, beating her previous record of 20 points.