Florida basketball forward Alex Condon is still deciding whether to stay in the 2025 NBA draft or return to Gainesville for his junior season, where he would rejoin a reloaded Gators squad fresh off a national championship.
Condon participated in shooting drills at the NBA draft combine this week, hitting 13-of-25 in the three-point star drill and 16-of-30 off the dribble. He did not take part in scrimmages but remained active with team interviews and assessments.
The 6-foot-11-inch Australian native told Sports Illustrated’s Kevin Sweeney that he’s currently projected to be picked in the 20-35 range of this year’s draft, but remains open to returning to Florida if the draft outlook doesn’t firm up.
“I’ve got a good situation waiting for me at Florida,” Condon said. “It has to be a good situation for me to stay (in the draft), but feedback I’m getting from teams right now is positive and I’m ready to stay in if I need to.”
Florida head coach Todd Golden, who joined Condon at the combine, echoed the calculated approach the Gators are taking with the standout big man.
“You’ve got a guy like Condo (Condon), who’s a great prospect,” Golden said during ESPN2’s live coverage. “And for him it’s more like, ‘Do you want to maybe come back and potentially be a lottery guy next year?’ These are the kinds of conversations we’re having with these different guys.”
Condon’s case is unique. As a sophomore, he was a critical piece of Florida’s title-winning team, averaging 10.6 points and 7.5 rebounds while leading the Gators in blocks (49). He recorded seven double-doubles, notched 18 double-figure scoring games and earned All-SEC honors from both the league’s coaches and national outlets.
As the May 29 withdrawal deadline nears, Condon’s choice will have a major impact on both Florida’s upcoming season and his own draft trajectory.
Should he return, Condon could be one of the top front-court players in college basketball–and potentially a lottery pick in 2026.
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