Xaivian Lee transfers to Gonzaga after standout season at Florida
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 4:22 AM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Florida guard Xaivian Lee has committed to Gonzaga for the upcoming season. Lee, a 6-4 senior, averaged 11.6 points, 4.2 assists, and 3.7 rebounds last season, helping Florida win the SEC regular-season title. Lee's transfer comes after he was granted a fifth year of eligibility and is currently eligible while the NCAA reviews eligibility waivers for other players. His addition brings Gonzaga's roster to its full capacity of 15, although the status of some players remains uncertain due to ongoing NCAA appeals.
- •Xaivian Lee averaged 11.6 points and 4.2 assists last season at Florida.
- •Lee's transfer was enabled by a recent ruling on NCAA eligibility.
- •He previously played for Princeton, where he made history with a triple-double.
- •Gonzaga's roster now has 15 players but has ongoing eligibility issues.
- •Gonzaga aims for another strong season with Lee's addition.
- 4:22 AMYahoo Sports — Florida’s Xaivian Lee Looks to Finally Be Gonzaga’s Guy
"Coach Mark Few and the Zags should have their point guard, bringing back those national championship aspirations.
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