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Denzel Aberdeen Commits to Florida

On Friday, former Kentucky guard Denzel Aberdeen announced on Instagram that he is returning to the University of Florida to finish his undergraduate degree and potentially resume his basketball career with the Gators.
Aberdeen previously spent three seasons with the Gators, helping lead the team to the 2025 National Championship, before transferring to Kentucky this past year for his senior season.
The Orlando native seeks a waiver for a fifth season of eligibility, arguing his freshman year in Gainesville should count as a redshirt season since he played only 41 minutes across 12 games.
Aberdeen's request arrives as an NCAA panel prepares to discuss eligibility rule changes, including a proposed five-year participation window that mirrors a recent executive order from President Donald Trump.
Coach Todd Golden retains most of last year's roster, and Aberdeen could slot into a starting role, immediately positioning the Gators as a championship contender for the upcoming season.

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