Denzel Aberdeen Transfers to Florida Gators for Fifth Season
Denzel Aberdeen commits to Florida Gators
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Denzel Aberdeen, a guard previously with Kentucky Basketball, has committed to the Florida Gators after spending three seasons there. He seeks a fifth year of eligibility, hoping to leverage past hardships to extend his college basketball career.
- 01Denzel Aberdeen commits to the Florida Gators after one season at Kentucky.
- 02He is applying for a fifth season of NCAA eligibility.
- 03Aberdeen previously played three seasons at Florida before transferring.
- 04The NCAA is considering a rule change that may allow players to play five seasons.
- 05Aberdeen averaged 13.5 points per game last season.
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Denzel Aberdeen, a 6-foot-5 guard, has officially committed to the Florida Gators after a season with the Kentucky Wildcats. This move marks a return to the program where he spent his first three seasons. Aberdeen is seeking a fifth year of eligibility, citing limited play during his freshman year at Florida as a potential hardship. The NCAA is currently contemplating a rule that could allow players to compete for five years, although it may not be implemented until next season. Last year, Aberdeen averaged 13.5 points per game and was a key player in Kentucky's lineup. His reunion with Florida's head coach Todd Golden could provide him with the best opportunity to extend his college career.
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Aberdeen's transfer could enhance the Gators' performance in the upcoming season, providing them with experienced talent.
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