Florida basketball took care of business for its home opener of the 2025-26. UF trailed 10-9 early, and then promptly erupted with a 27-3 run that carried the Gators to a dominant 104-64 victory at the Stephen O’Connell Center on Thursday, Nov. 6.

Florida was 6-for-32 against North Florida from behind the arc, making them 13-for-59 overall on the year. To play devil’s advocate, the Gators are creating good looks. Unfortunately for them, they cannot get them to fall through the basket. Either way, the shooting needs to improve soon.

Florida's Liv McGill makes basketball history with stats last seen from Miami Heat legend Dwyane Wade originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. Liv McGill is on a historic run for the University of Florida Gators women's basketball team.

Here is everything you need to know to follow Thursday night's college basketball matchup between the Florida Gators and UNF Ospreys.

Illinois has been rolling to start the 2025 campaign. After dismantling Jackson State in the opener, Florida Gulf Coast was expected to provide a tougher challenge for a shorthanded Illini team. Instead, head coach Brad Underwood’s squad delivered another blowout - and an even more complete performance.

Florida State men's basketball was too hot to handle for Alabama State from a shooting aspect. On Friday night, FSU took down the ASU 101-64 to give first-year coach Luke Loucks his second win on the season.

In CBS Sports' 2026 Final Four projections, Florida basketball is backed by just one expert despite coming off a national championship victory.

The Florida men’s basketball team faces North Florida for its home opener. Here’s how and where to watch the 8 p.m. game.