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Gators guard Kristina Moore was energetic at Sunday’s game against Georgia, making 11 points. Photo courtesy of the SEC Media Portal.

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Why Florida lost to Georgia, again

By Grethel Aguila | Jan. 11, 2021

It looked possible — until it didn’t. So what led to Florida losing 68-58?

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Bulldogs subdue Gators after strong UF start

By Grethel Aguila | Jan. 10, 2021

A careless pass from Florida was the final nail in the coffin, giving Georgia possession during critical moments and preserving their 10 point advantage.

The Gators will face Kentucky Saturday. Photo from UF-Marshall game in November 2019.

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Kentucky sends a message against Florida in dominant win

By Dylan O'Shea | Jan. 10, 2021

Florida picked the wrong time for its worst shooting performance of the season in a 76-58 loss to Kentucky on Saturday.

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UF looks to bounce back against struggling Wildcats

By Declan Walsh | Jan. 8, 2021

Fortunately for Florida, its subsequent game against the blue-blooded Kentucky Wildcats Saturday is an uncharacteristically easy matchup.

Lavender Briggs showed an early surge of energy she lacked Jan. 3 against Texas A&M. Photo from UF-Longwood game in November 2019.

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MS State overwhelms Gators after close fight

By Grethel Aguila | Jan. 8, 2021

Florida fans’ screams couldn’t stop MS State guard Myah Taylor from scoring two free throws, and just like that, the game was over.

Junior Noah Locke knocked down two threes in a losing effort Saturday.

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Lewis’ foul trouble consigns Gators to first SEC loss

By Declan Walsh | Jan. 5, 2021

The Gators struggled and were ultimately overwhelmed by the size and physicality of the Crimson Tide, losing 86-71 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

Guard Kiara Smith pulled up to tie the game during the first quarter. Photo is from the Florida-Indiana game in November 2019.

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The Aggies preserved their undefeated record, overpowering the Gators 92-67

By Grethel Aguila | Jan. 3, 2021

And as the scoreboard’s digits changed, the Aggies’ lead grew from 11 to 20 to 30, eventually ending at 25.

Florida is 7-2 over it’s last nine games. Photo from Florida-Ole Miss game in January 2020.

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Florida downs LSU behind Castleton’s breakout second half

By Dylan O'Shea | Jan. 3, 2021

Florida is 2-0 after returning to the court following star junior forward Keyontae Johnson’s collapse during an 83-71 loss against FSU Dec. 12.

Gator guard Lavender Briggs facing Longwood University in November 2019. The Utah native scored nearly 1,000 points in over two seasons with the Gators.

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Turnovers and rebounding sink Florida’s upset to Gamecocks

By Declan Walsh | Dec. 31, 2020

Florida dropped its first SEC contest despite a second-half flourish.

Sophomore guard Scottie Lewis at last year's game against Arkansas. Lewis scored 16 points and dished out five assists in a winning effort Wednesday.

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Castleton’s career day sees UF past Vanderbilt

By Declan Walsh | Dec. 31, 2020

Five Gators break double figures as Florida cruises past Vanderbilt in SEC opener

Florida guard Kiara Smith entered the game against UNF as UF’s leading scorer, but only managed 11 points. Photo from UF-Indiana game in November 2019.

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Florida powers past UNF behind strong start

By Declan Walsh | Dec. 21, 2020

The Gators blitzed North Florida, closing out with an 89-64 victory.

Sophomore Lavender Briggs dropped 20 points in the Gators' victory over UNC Asheville Wednesday evening.

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Gators defeat TexAnns 84-52

By Declan Walsh | Dec. 20, 2020

Guard Lavender Briggs scored 20 points in the Gators win over North Florida Monday.

Gators forward Keyontae Johnson at Florida's game against LSU Feb. 26. Johnson is in "critical but stable" condition at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital.

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No update on scheduled game Wednesday, collapsed player Johnson in coma, officials say

By Declan Walsh | Dec. 14, 2020

Representatives were unable to confirm UF men’s basketball’s Wednesday night matchup versus North Florida following Keyontae Johnson’s collapse on the court against Florida State.

Gators forward Keyontae Johnson at Florida's game against FSU in 2019. Johnson is entering the transfer portal, per multiple reports.

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The Gators dropped their first game of the season at FSU, shaken by Johnson's injury

By Declan Walsh | Dec. 12, 2020

The Gators dropped their first game of the season at FSU, shaken by junior Keyontae Johnson's injury.

Junior Keyontae Johnson collapsed at midcourt Saturday after a timeout during Florida's game against rival FSU.

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Johnson in critical but stable condition after collapsing against FSU

By Dylan O'Shea | Dec. 12, 2020

Gators forward Keyontae Johnson collapsed midcourt at FSU on Saturday. He is currently at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital.

Florida guard Kiara Smith drained the first basket in the Gators' game against the FAU Owls Monday.

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Smith stars, Briggs hits milestone in UF victory

By Declan Walsh | Dec. 8, 2020

Guard Kiara Smith scored a career-high 27-points in the Gators win over FAU Monday.

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Florida dominates Stetson 84-40 at home.

By Graham Marsh | Dec. 6, 2020

Florida dominated Stetson, defeating the Hatters 84-40 in the Gators' 2020-2021 home opener.

Florida guard Kiara Smith scored 19 points in 35 minutes of the Gators' win over Cincinnati Saturday.

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UF pounds Bearcats 81-58

By Declan Walsh | Dec. 5, 2020

The #Gators secured a quality win over Cincinnati Saturday, scoring 81 points to the Bearcats' 58.

Sophomore Tre Mann’s (pictured) development has been a key part of Florida’s NCAA Tournament push

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Gators dominate Eagles, move to 2-0 in young season

By Michael Hull | Dec. 4, 2020

Florida scored 90 points in its win over Boston College, the most against an ACC school since 1999.

Florida guard Kiara Smith contributed 15 points to her squad's win over Charleston Southern Wednesday.

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UF bests Charleston Southern after slow start

By Declan Walsh | Dec. 2, 2020

The Gators defeated the Charleston Southern Buccaneers by 15 points Wednesday.