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Florida Gators ranked No. 1 in Jon Rothstein's preseason basketball rankings

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 25, 2026, 7:16 PM

Last updated Oct 25, 2026

Florida Gators ranked No. 1 in Jon Rothstein's preseason basketball rankings
Summary

Florida basketball holds the top position in Jon Rothstein's preseason Rothstein 45 rankings for the 2026-27 season, ahead of Duke, Illinois, and UConn. Coach Todd Golden’s squad includes a strong starting lineup with Boogie Fland and Denzel Aberdeen in the backcourt. Florida is also the highest-ranked SEC team, with Duke following at No. 2 and Illinois at No. 3. The Gators are projected as major contenders for the national championship, supported by a roster that has garnered significant preseason attention.

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  • •Florida is ranked No. 1 in Jon Rothstein's preseason rankings.
  • •Duke is ranked No. 2 and Illinois No. 3 in the same poll.
  • •Key players include Boogie Fland and Denzel Aberdeen.
  • •Florida is the highest-ranked SEC team in the rankings.
  • •The Gators are viewed as national championship contenders.
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  • 7:16 PMYahoo Sports — Florida opens No. 1 in Jon Rothstein’s preseason rankings
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Florida basketball sits at No. 1 in a new preseason top 45, ahead of Duke, Illinois and UConn.

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