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Florida Gators: NET Ranking Surge Possible?
1 Jan
Summary
- Florida basketball is ranked No. 25 in the NET.
- Gators have a 1-4 record in Quadrant 1 games.
- Most remaining games are Quadrant 1 or 2.
The Florida Gators men's basketball team holds the No. 25 ranking in the NET heading into conference play, with a current record of 9-4. Despite a recent win over Dartmouth, the team slipped three spots in the rankings. Their non-conference performance included a 1-4 record against Quadrant 1 opponents, with losses to highly-ranked teams like Arizona and Duke.
The Gators' remaining 18 games are predominantly Quadrant 1 and 2 matchups. This presents a significant opportunity for Florida to climb the NET rankings, a tool used by the selection committee for bracket decisions. A few key victories in the upcoming SEC schedule could be pivotal for their postseason positioning.
Florida's current resume includes a single Quadrant 1 win against Miami and two Quadrant 2 wins. Their non-conference schedule also featured wins against lower-ranked opponents, but the quality of these wins has diminished as those teams' NET rankings have fallen. The team's ability to secure victories against strong competition in the SEC will be crucial.
