Florida Gators remain top team in ESPN's early rankings for 2026-27
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 6:08 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
The Florida Gators hold the No. 1 spot in ESPN's way-too-early rankings following the NBA draft deadline. Coach Todd Golden's roster sees significant retention, including Thomas Haugh, Alex Condon, and Rueben Chinyelu, who all opted to return to Gainesville. With the addition of Kentucky transfer Denzel Aberdeen potentially solidifying their position, the Gators are projected to have a strong frontcourt. The roster is compared to Florida’s championship team in 2006, aiming for another title run in the upcoming season.
- •Florida is ranked first in ESPN's way-too-early rankings.
- •Haugh, Condon, and Chinyelu return to the team.
- •Gators could gain Denzel Aberdeen, boosting their lineup.
- •Gators' roster resembles their 2006 championship team.
- •Next NCAA season starts in November 2026.
- 6:08 PMYahoo Sports — Where Florida basketball stands in ESPN's latest way-too-early ranking
"The Florida Gators remain the top team in ESPN's latest way-too-early rankings following the NBA draft deadline for returning players.
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