Former Princeton point guard Xaivian Lee has committed to play for the national champion Florida Gators, a move that is expected to strengthen the team's backcourt. Lee, a 6-foot-4 Toronto native, chose Florida over other schools like Kansas and St. John's after establishing himself as a top guard in the transfer portal with notable stats, including a season record of 165 assists and a triple-double in program history.
With one year of eligibility left, Lee will join Florida's backcourt alongside players like Denzel Aberdeen, Urban Klavzar, and Isaiah Brown. The Gators are looking to Lee to help fill the gap left by the departure of key players such as All-American Walter Clayton Jr., Alijah Martin, and Will Richard, who are pursuing professional opportunities. Additionally, Florida anticipates the return of big men like Alex Condon, Rueben Chinyelu, Thomas Haugh, and Micah Handlogten for another season, with Condon keeping the option open to return after entering the NBA draft.