Dorian Finney-Smith looks to pass the ball during Florida's win against Texas A&M on March 3.
Although the coach cemented his place in college basketball history by reaching 500 wins on Feb. 28 against Tennessee, the Gators failed to qualify for the NCAA Tournament or the National Invitation Tournament for the first time in 18 years.
Their 16-17 record was the worst mark since the 1997-1998 season — Donovan’s second year at UF — when UF finished 14-15.
And while the Gators lost some valuable shooting with Michael Frazier II opting for the NBA Draft and Eli Carter transferring, the talent cupboard is far from bare.