Florida forward Thomas Haugh sat out the home finale against Mississippi State as a precaution.
Haugh is the team’s leading scorer. He is also in contention for Southeastern Conference player of the year honours.
Haugh’s Recent Ankle Injury
Haugh injured an ankle at Texas A&M in early February. He had played at least 30 minutes in four of Florida’s last six games.
Gators’ Title Chase
The Gators have clinched at least a share of the league’s regular-season title. They could become outright champions with a win against the Bulldogs. The defending national champions have won nine in a row and 18 of 20.
Haugh’s NBA Prospects
The game was expected to be Haugh’s last one in the O’Connell Center. The junior from New Oxford, Pennsylvania, is widely expected to be an NBA lottery pick in June.
Handlogten’s Start
Micah Handlogten is starting in Haugh’s place as part of senior day.
Haugh leads the fifth-ranked Gators with 17.1 points. He also ranks third on the team with 6.0 rebounds.