Florida Basketball Hour

Florida's SEC slate was released by the conference this week.SEC Associate Commissioner Garth Glissman joins us to talk all things SEC basketball schedule, including how exceptional weekend matchups, especially as the calendar shifts to February and away from football. Why Glissman found value in fan feedback, too, and how that helped shape 2 Florida-Kentucky matchups in 2025-26.Plus, we go game by game and dive into an outstanding Florida SEC schedule, including tremendous weekend battles in the O'Dome with Tennessee (Jan. 10), Auburn (Jan. 24), Alabama (Jan. 31), Kentucky (Feb. 14) and Arkansas (Feb. 28).  

Eric Fawcett (Basket Under Review, Gator Country) and Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) discuss all things Florida and SEC basketball.On the latest episode, the boys breakdown Florida's 84-77 win at Rupp Arena to close the regular season. How Florida beat Kentucky at its own game, and what the win and recent run of play says about Florida's chances in March.Plus, a preview of the SEC Tournament with Max Barr of Southeastern 16. Is there a sleeper in the field? Who can play spoiler to the Gators? Can Kentucky get over the hump with Kam Williams returning? This and more in a big SEC Tournament preview.Plus, a special March Madness opportunity from FBH's friends at MyBookie.ag. Use the link below and sign up with the code NEIL500 and if you miss on your first bet, you'll get your first bet back, valued up to 500 dollars.This an awesome deal for March Madness and the link is below: https://bit.ly/44pDHe6.

Eric Fawcett (Basket Under Review) and Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) discuss all things Florida and SEC basketball.As the season enters March, FBH offers a fresh set of SEC Power rankings. SEC Champion Florida is on top, but there's plenty of movement from second to eleventh. Plus, who is postseason award worthy? FBH's ballot for All-SEC, SEC Player of the Year, and more, all inside this new episode.

Eric Fawcett (Gator Country, Basket Under Review) and Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) talk all things Florida and SEC basketball.On this episode, the guys break down Florida's 111-77 rout of No. 20 Arkansas on an electric Saturday night in the O'Connell Center. With the win, Florida clinched a share of the SEC Championship. How the Gators won-- and what the victory says about Florida as the calendar moves to March.Plus, what are Florida's 1 seed chances? Is Florida more "matchup proof" than last year's national champion? This and much more inside-- plus SEC bracket talk.This episode is brought to you by Gametime Sidekicks and FBH's partner at MyBookie.ag. As March Madness beckons, My Bookie has created a link for FBH listeners. SIgn up for My Bookie here and win March Madness prizes: https://bit.ly/44pDHe6Listeners can also sign up using the code NEIL500.Listeners who use this code will receive a welcome bonus at MyBookie. The bonus is called the “Bet Back Bonus” and works like this: once they claim the bonus, they need to opt in on the bet slip. This gives them a form of insurance. If their first bet does not win, they will receive their money back, up to five hundred dollars, with only a one-time rollover.Enjoy the show!

Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) and Eric Fawcett (Basket Under Review, Gator Country) talk all things Florida and SEC basketball. On this episode, breaking down Florida's wins over Kentucky, South Carolina, and Ole Miss. Why Florida's improved guard play, along with a dominant Alex Condon and Rueben Chinyelu, have helped Florida claim a commanding lead in SEC play with 2 games remaining. Plus, breaking down the "Is Florida a blueblood debate?"Also, the outstanding analytics guru Evan Miyakawa joins the show to talk all things SEC, national seeding, and Florida's status among the Final Four contenders. Follow Evan at @evanmiya and subscribe to his work at evanmiya.com.This episode is brought to you in part by FBH's friends at My Bookie (mybookie.ag). With March Madness looming, join to have a chance at winning $100,000.00. Plus, a special "Bet Back Bonus" offer when you join and enter promocode NEIL500. No better time than with March Madness approaching. There's also a special link taking listeners directly to the MyBookie sign up page: https://bit.ly/44pDHe6.Sign up here, enter NEIL500 -- and you will have up to 500 dollars on your first bet covered, subject to activating the Bet Back Bonus!

Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) and Neil W. Blackmon (Basket Under Review, Gator Country) talk all things Florida and SEC basketball. On this episode, Neil and Eric answer subscriber listener questions. Topics include:- Florida's best lineups- The emergence of Urban Klavzar - Florida's counter to defenses that pack the paint- Thoughts on the rookie years of Walter Clayton Jr., Will Richard, and Alijah Martin- Florida's NCAA Tournament seed profileand much, much more.As always, support FBH by subscribing to their Patreon at patreon.com/floridabbhour.

Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) and Eric Fawcett (Gator Country, Basket Under Review) talk all things Florida and SEC Basketball.On this episode, a breakdown of the Texas A&M Aggies, who will host Florida at Reed Arena on Saturday night in a battle for first place in the SEC. What makes Texas A&M so difficult to play against, and why the Aggies have achieved big things in year 1 under Bucky McMillan.Plus, a fresh set of SEC Power Rankings. FBH breaks down the logjam from spots 2-8.

Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) and Eric Fawcett (Gator Country, Basket Under Review) talk all things Florida and SEC basketball.On this episode, FBH breaks down Florida's outstanding week and dominant wins over South Carolina and Alabama. Topics include Florida's emerging defensive identity, the continued excellence of Rueben Chinyelu, a bounce back week for Alex Condon, the dominance of Boogie Fland defensively, and more.Plus, why Florida's coaching staff deserves credit for staying the course.Blake Lovell (Southeastern 16, Basket Under Review) also joins the show to recap the first half of the season in SEC Play. Who has surprised-- both good and bad? What record wins the league? Is Texas A&M for real? Is Kentucky back in this thing? This and more with the Godfather of SEC basketball coverage.

Eric Fawcett (Gator Country, Basket Under Review) and Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) break down all things Florida basketball. On this episode, Graham Hall of 247 Sports joins to discuss Florida's 98-94 win over No. 10 Vanderbilt, the progress of Florida's backcourt of Boogie Fland and Xaivian Lee, the development of Reuben Chinyelu, and much more.Plus, a preview of the upcoming game against LSU, brought to you by the folks at Gametime Sidekicks. Why LSU is a dangerous team, despite their record, and why LSU should be careful if they elect to move on from Matt McMahon.

Florida Basketball Hour's Neil Blackmon (Saturday Down South) is joined by Will Warren of Basket Under Review to talk about the SEC landscape early in conference play. Why Vanderbilt is for real, why the SEC Player of the Year race is intriguing, and what to make of reigning national champion Florida's start to the campaign. Plus, is it time to panic at Kentucky?Then, at minute 26, FBH offers up a fresh batch of SEC Power Rankings. Vandy leads, but who follows?

Eric Fawcett (Basket Under Review, Gator Country) and Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) break down Florida's 2 ranked SEC home wins over Georgia and Tennessee. On Florida's defensive identity, the incredible improvement of Reuben Chinyelu, a bounceback from Boogie Fland, and the underrated and seemingly underappreciated Alex Condon.Plus, thanks to FBH's friends at Gametime Sidekicks, the guys preview Florida's road games this week at Oklahoma and No. 10 Vanderbilt. Do the Gators need both to win the SEC Championship? What challenges do the underrated Sooners bring? Why is Vanderbilt still undefeated? All this and more is inside.This episode of FBH is brought to you by friends at MyBookie.ag. Listeners of FBH can cash on a great opportunity. Sign up for MyBookie directly at: https://bit.ly/44pDHe6 If you go to MyBookie and use the code NEIL500, you will receive a welcome bonus called a "Bet Back Bonus", which works like this: once you claim the bonus, you need to opt in on the bet slip. This gives them a form of insurance. If their first bet does not win, they will receive their money back, up to five hundred dollars, with only a one-time rollover.It's a great deal and Florida Basketball Hour appreciates My Bookie's Partnership and their affording this opportunity!

Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) and Eric Fawcett (Gator Country, Basket Under Review4) discuss all things Florida and SEC Basketball.With non-conference play winding down, this week's episode offers up a fresh batch of SEC Power Rankings. Who is positioned to challenge for a SEC title in 2025-26? Who is flawed beyond repair? Who has been a pleasant surprise?This and more brought to you by our friends at My Bookie. With SEC play approaching, My Bookie has also created a special link for FBH listeners:: https://bit.ly/44pDHe6Join today!

Eric Fawcett (Gator County, Basket Under Review) and Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) discuss Florida's 7-4 start to the season, answering a host of listener questions about the 2025-26 Gators. Topics discussed include:- Tommy Haugh's move to the 3- Has Xaivian Lee turned a corner?- Evaluating Boogie Fland and where he can improve- Florida's ceiling- Does Florida need more from Micah Handlogten- The battle to become Florida's 8th manThis and more on the latest episode, brought to you by our friends at My Bookie.Ag.My Bookie has created a special link Florida Basketball listeners that takes listeners directly to the MyBookie sign up page: https://bit.ly/44pDHe6Use this link and enter the Code NEIL500. If you do that, you'll get a special welcome bonus at MyBookie. The bonus is called the “Bet Back Bonus” and works like this: once you claim the bonus-- opt in on the bet slip. This gives you a form of insurance. If your first bet does not win, you'll receive your money back, up to five hundred dollars, with only a one-time rollover.It's an awesome deal-- only for FBH listeners.

Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) and Eric Fawcett (Basket Under Review, Gator Country) break down the Gators through 10 games, including last week's tough loss in the Jimmy V Classic to UConn and the Orange Bowl Classic win over George Washington. What to make of the slow start for the backcourt, Florida's shooting woes, and the close losses? Plus, can the Gators find an 8th man? This and more, including a preview of the upcoming Colgate and St. Francis games- are included in this episode. Florida Basketball Hour is sponsored by Gametime Sidekicks. Great merchandise for the Gators and high quality drinkware.Florida Basketball Hour is also sponsored by My Bookie.My Bookie also created a special link for subscribers! The link takes you directly to the MyBookie sign up page: https://bit.ly/44pDHe6Once there, you can sign up using the code NEIL500. Listeners using this code will receive a "Bet Back Bonus" on their first wager-- meaning if you do not win, you'll get your money back, up to five hundred buckis, if you opt in on the bet slip. This guarantee is subject to a one-time rollover-- but as March approaches, it's a great deal!

Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) and Eric Fawcett (Gator Country, Basket Under Review) talk Florida basketball. On this episode, breaking down Florida's heartbreaking 67-66 loss to Duke at Cameron Indoor Stadium. How Florida fell behind, rallied, and what happened on the critical final plays of the game.UConn looms next at the Jimmy V Classic. FBH offers their thoughts on the Huskies, who once again have a team capable of cutting down the nets at the Final Four.Florida Basketball Hour is brought to you this month by My Bookie. FBH listeners can use this link to go directly to the sign up page and place bets.: https://bit.ly/44pDHe6If they sign up using the code NEIL500, they'll receive a special Bet Back Bonus offer as well! The Bet Back Bonus works like this: once a listener claims the bonus, they need to opt in on the bet slip. This gives them a form of insurance. If their first bet does not win, they will receive their money back, up to five hundred dollars, with only a one-time rollover.An amazing opportunity and a special thank you to all FBH listeners.

Eric Fawcett (Gator Country, Basket Under Review) and Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) break down Florida's wins over Florida State and Miami.Plus, early returns on Tommy Haugh at the 3, Florida's dominant frontcourt, and the level of concern about the backcourt shotmaking. The guys also discuss which of Florida State and Miami seem destined for March Madness.Finally, the guys preview the Rady's Children Invitational in San Diego, featuring Florida vs. TCU and Providence vs. Wisconsin. What would a matchup with the Badgers look like? The guys discuss that and all 4 of the tournament teams. For more from Florida Basketball Hour, please visit patreon.com/floridabbhour and subscribe!

Reigning national champion Florida opened the year with a hard-fought 93-87 loss to Arizona in Las Vegas.The Gators bounced back in a big way on Thursday night with a 104-64 win over UNF in the O'Dome.Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) and Eric Fawcett (Basket Under Review, Gator Country) break down Florida's first two games.Why pick and roll defense is the primary concern, why it's too early (probably) to worry about Florida's shooting, why Boogie Fland's point guard play is encouraging, and the impressive play of Micah Handlogten. Plus, the guys preview Florida's Tuesday night home tilt with unbeaten Florida State.For more unique Florida basketball content, check out Florida Basketball Hour's patreon at patreon.com/floridabbhour.

Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) previews the 2025-26 Florida Gators basketball season. How will the reigning national champions fair as they go from hunters to the hunted?What to make of a new look backcourt led by Boogie Fland and Xaivian Lee? With arguably the best frontcourt in America returning, what's the floor for Florida? What role with the two top 50 freshman play?This and much more-- along with a preview of Florida's opening night tilt vs. Arizona-- in this episode.For more content, including exclusive interviews, film studies, and listener-driven episodes covering Florida hoops like no one else-- SUBSCRIBE to Florida Basketball Hour's patreon at patreon.com/floridabbhour.

Florida Basketball Hour continues its 2 part preview of the SEC. A season after sending 14 Teams to the NCAA Tournament, with 7 reaching the Sweet 16, 4 in the Elite 8, 2 in the Final Four, and national champion Florida- what will the SEC do as an encore?In part 1, we looked at our top 3 SEC contenders. We now preview the league from spots 4-16.

Florida Basketball Hour previews the 2025-26 college basketball season in the SEC. A season ago, the SEC was the greatest conference in history, with 14 NCAA Tournament teams, 7 Sweet 16 participants, 4 Elite 8 teams, 2 Final Four teams, and the national champion in Florida. What will the league do for an encore? We preview all 16 teams, beginning with the programs we project will finish in the top 3: Florida, Kentucky, and Arkansas.