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The Florida men’s basketball team huddles prior to its win over West Virginia on Jan. 30, 2016, in the O’Connell Center.

Four-star shooting guard Isaiah Brown commits to Gators

By Brandon Hernandez | May 14

Orlando Christian Prep shooting guard Isaiah Brown has committed to the Florida Gators recruiting class of 2024 Sunday, according to On3’s Joe Tipton.

Florida head coach Todd Golden coaches the Gators' men's basketball team during a practice the day before its Southeastern Conference tournament game Wednesday, March 8, 2023.

Gators transfer portal report: UF signed Tyrese Samuel, in contact with guards

By Brandon Hernandez | Apr. 17

Florida head coach Todd Golden coaches the Gators' during a practice the day before their Southeastern Conference tournament game Wednesday, March 8, 2023.

Former Seton Hall forward Tyrese Samuel commits to Golden, Florida

By Brandon Hernandez | Apr. 16

Florida forward Alex fudge stands on the court during the Gators' 69-68 loss to the Mississippi State Bulldogs in the second round of the Southeastern Conference Tournament Thursday, March 9, 2023.

Alex Fudge declares for 2023 NBA Draft

By Kyle Bumpers | Apr. 13

Florida head coach Todd Golden watches his team from the sideline during the Gators' 69-68 loss to the Mississippi State Bulldogs, Thursday, March 9, 2023.

Gators land Iona standout guard Walter Clayton Jr.

By Jackson Reyes | Apr. 11

Florida head coach Todd Golden stands on the court during the Gators' practice the day before their Southeastern Conference tournament game Wednesday, March 8, 2023.

Gators transfer portal report: Florida signs Jarvis, Handlogten

By Brandon Hernandez | Apr. 10

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Florida adds Sun Belt Freshman of the Year from transfer portal

By Brandon Hernandez | Apr. 10

Marshall transfer freshman center Micah Handlogten announced Monday on Twitter he committed to the Florida Gators. The seven-footer chose the Gators over Auburn, Georgia, Missouri and four other schools from his top eight.

Florida guard Riley Kugel stands on the court during the Gators' 69-68 loss to the Mississippi State Bulldogs in the second round of the Southeastern Conference Tournament Thursday, March 9, 2023.

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Riley Kugel announces he will return to Florida for sophomore season

By Jackson Reyes | Apr. 4

Gators guard Riley Kugel will officially return to Florida for his sophomore season.

Florida head coach Todd Golden takes a shot during a practice the day before their Southeastern Conference tournament game Wednesday, March 8, 2023.

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Florida staff’s genuineness and honesty led to EJ Jarvis’ decision to join UF

By Brandon Hernandez | Apr. 4

Florida head coach Todd Golden and his staff immediately made an impression on the All-Ivy League second-team senior with their genuineness and honesty, Jarvis said. After briefly meeting current players and having discussions about the program, it was a done deal.

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Yale transfer EJ Jarvis joins Florida as graduate transfer

By Brandon Hernandez | Mar. 31

Yale transfer forward EJ Jarvis will join the Florida Gators as a graduate transfer he announced on Twitter Friday. He signed with UF instead of Miami, Georgetown, Notre Dame and four others.

Florida Gators head coach Todd Golden holds a ball during a a practice before the SEC men's basketball tournament Wednesday, March 8, 2023.

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Golden, Gators look ahead to 2023 offseason

By Brandon Hernandez | Mar. 29

Golden — going into his second season — now has a better understanding of the program after a full season against top competition, intense Southeastern Conference matchups and postseason play, he said.

Sophomore guard Kowacie Reeves competes in an open practice at the SEC Tournament Wednesday, March 8, 2023.

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Kowacie Reeves, Niels Lane enter transfer portal

By Jackson Reyes | Mar. 16

Gators sophomore guard Kowacie Reeves and junior guard Niels Lane entered their names into the National Collegiate Athletic Association transfer portal Thursday, according to 247Sports.

Florida guard Riley Kugel looks to pass the ball in the Gators' 69-68 loss to the Mississippi State Bulldogs Thursday, March 9, 2023.

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Florida’s season ends in the hands of in-state rival UCF

By Brandon Hernandez | Mar. 15

The Florida Gators (16-17, 9-9 SEC) lost to the Central Florida Knights (19-14, 8-10 AAC) 67-49 in their first-round matchup of the NIT Wednesday at the Stephen C. O’Connell Center. The Gators shot 16.7% from behind the arc and allowed UCF to knock down 40% of its own triples.

Florida Gators were shy of one point from moving on in the SEC basketball tournament on Thursday, March 9, 2023.

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Florida falls in overtime thriller to Bulldogs in SEC Tournament

By Jackson Reyes | Mar. 9

The Mississippi State Bulldogs (21-11, 9-10 SEC) defeated the Florida Gators (16-15, 9-10 SEC) 69-68 in overtime Thursday afternoon in Nashville, Tennessee. The defeat stole Florida’s shot at the 2023 SEC title.

Florida guard Riley Kugel takes a jump shot in the Gators' 79-67 win against the Louisiana State Tigers Saturday, March 4, 2023.

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Gators ride two-game win streak into Nashville for SEC Tournament

By Brandon Hernandez | Mar. 9

The Florida Gators (16-15, 9-9 SEC) start postseason play in the second round of the Southeastern Conference Tournament Thursday against the Mississippi State Bulldogs (20-11, 8-10 SEC). The game is scheduled for 1 p.m. and will be held at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee.

Florida guard Riley Kugel celebrates a 3-pointer in the Gators' 82-74 loss to the Kentucky Wildcats Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2023.

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Castleton, Kugel receive national recognition

By Kyle Bumpers | Mar. 7

Florida graduate student forward Colin Castleton and freshman guard Riley Kugel represented the Gators on Monday’s Southeastern Conference postseason awards lists. Castleton also garnered recognition from USA Today’s postseason awards.

Florida guard Kowacie Reeves plays defense against a Connecticut player in the Gators’ 75-54 loss to the Huskies Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2022.

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Kowacie Reeves: Showcasing hair creativity on the court

By Brandon Hernandez | Mar. 6

Throughout UF’s 2022-23 men’s basketball season, Reeves caught the eyes of many with an array of different colors above his headband and his elevated game on the court.

Guard Riley Kugel shoots the ball against Louisiana State in a 79-67 victory Saturday, March 4, 2023.

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Golden, Gators carry momentum into Southeastern Conference Tournament

By Jackson Reyes | Mar. 6

The Florida Gators (16-15, 9-9 SEC) finished eighth in the SEC and will take on the Mississippi State Bulldogs (20-11, 8-10 SEC) in their first matchup of the conference tournament in Nashville, Tennessee.

Florida guard Riley Kugel takes a jump shot in the Gators' 79-67 win against the Louisiana State Tigers Saturday, March 4, 2023. Kugel finished the game with a team-high 21 points.

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Florida sends its seniors off with season sweep of LSU

By Brandon Hernandez | Mar. 4

The Florida Gators (16-15, 9-9 SEC) defeated the Louisiana State Tigers (13-18, 2-16 SEC) 79-67 Saturday in UF's final regular season game in the Stephen C. O’Connell Center. Gators freshman guard Riley Kugel finished with a team-high 21 points, and graduate student guard Kyle Lofton left the court with 16 points and five assists.

Gators guard Will Richard flexes after finishing a shot against the Vanderbilt Commodores in an 88-80 defeat, Saturday, Feb. 11, 2023.

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Richard lights up Georgia as Gators down rivals

By Jackson Reyes | Feb. 28

The Florida Gators (15-15, 8-9 SEC) swept the season series against Georgia (16-14, 6-11 SEC) with a 77-67 victory in their final road game of the regular season Tuesday night.