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UCF Knights Riding Longest Win Streak Since 2019
17 Dec
Summary
- UCF boasts its best nine-game start under coach Johnny Dawkins with an 8-1 record.
- The Knights are on a seven-game winning streak, their longest since 2019.
- UCF's success comes despite rebuilding the entire roster through transfers and recruits.
Under head coach Johnny Dawkins, the UCF Knights men's basketball team has achieved its most successful nine-game start since his tenure began in 2016, boasting an 8-1 record. The Knights are currently enjoying a seven-game winning streak, the longest they've experienced since 2019, which also marks the last time the program reached the NCAA tournament.
Dawkins has built this winning team entirely through the transfer portal and high school recruiting, as no players returned from the previous season. Despite this complete roster overhaul, the Knights have quickly found success, with newcomers leading the charge and impressive depth contributing significantly to their offense.
The Knights are set to play Mercer after a 10-day break, aiming to maintain their momentum. Mercer, with a 7-3 record, is looking to rebound from a recent loss and features a strong offensive unit led by Baraka Okojie, who averages 18.1 points and 5.8 assists per game.
