Florida Clinches SEC Title

This SEC title is the first for the Gators since their 2013-14 campaign and the first under fourth-year head coach Todd Golden. The 2013-14 squad, under former coach Billy Donovan, made history by becoming the first team to go undefeated in an 18-game SEC regular season. The victory over Arkansas marked Florida's ninth consecutive win, capping off an undefeated month of February. This dominant stretch has solidified their position as the No. 7 team in the country, with a conference record of 14-2 and an overall record of 23-6. Beyond the players mentioned in the summary, forward Thomas Haugh contributed 22 points in the win, while Rueben Chinyelu recorded his 17th double-double of the season. The Gators' frontcourt strength has been a key to their success, as they lead the nation in rebounding, averaging 46.0 per game. The lopsided 111-77 victory over Arkansas tied the worst loss in the career of Razorbacks coach John Calipari. Florida's defense was stifling, and their offense was potent, with bench players Urban Klavzar and Isaiah Brown combining for 25 points, including six three-pointers. This regular-season championship is a significant addition to the program's history, marking their eighth overall SEC regular-season title. The Gators have a rich basketball tradition, including three national championships, with the most recent being in 2025. With the SEC title secured, Florida is now projected to be a high seed in the upcoming NCAA Tournament. Bracketologists currently project the Gators as a No. 2 or No. 3 seed, a strong position as they aim to defend their recent national title.