AUGUST 19, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Former Gators PG Kyle Lofton Inks Professional Deal in Finland Former Florida Gators point guard Kyle Lofton inks deal with Kouvot in the Korisliiga Finnish Basketball League.
Solid performance in win Lofton posted 16 points (4-11 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 6-8 FT), five rebounds, five assists, one block and two steals across 31 minutes during Saturday's 79-67 victory over LSU.
Impact The guard had one of his best performances this season reaching 16 points while making two three-point shots on five attempts. Expect the senior to be one of the primary scorers as the Gators try to make some noise in the SEC Conference Tournament that begins Wednesday.
MARCH 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Florida hosts LSU following Williams' 24-point performance
LSU visits the Florida Gators after KMARCH 3, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Kentucky wins third straight, 82-74 over Florida
Oscar Tshiebwe scored 25 points, Jacob Toppin had 19 points and 11 rebounds and Kentucky beat Florida 82-74 for its third straight victoryFEBRUARY 23, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Everything Florida point guard Kyle Lofton said ahead of battle with Alabama Ahead of traveling to Tuscaloosa, Florida PG Kyle Lofton discussed his team, Alabama and his early-season injuries.
FEBRUARY 7, 2023 • 247SPORTS.COM
Florida upends No. 2 Tennessee 67-54 behind Colin Castleton
Colin Castleton had 20 points and nine rebounds, Kyle Lofton added 14 points and Florida used a 13-0 run late in the second half to upend No. 2 Tennessee 67-54 on Wednesday nightFEBRUARY 2, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Struggles in loss Lofton finished with five points (1-7 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one steal over 32 minutes during Saturday's 64-50 loss to Kansas State.
Impact The senior dealt with offensive struggles in Saturday's loss to Kansas State, shooting 14.3 percent from the field and missing both of his three-point attempts. The guard did go perfect from the free-throw line however and managed to grab five rebounds as well. Lofton is averaging 8.5 points and 2.9 rebounds this season.
JANUARY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Golden: Jones and Lofton like 'Batman and Robin in the backcourt' Lofton and Jones have combined for 22 assists without turning the ball over in their last two games
JANUARY 26, 2023 • 247SPORTS.COM
Florida leaves Gamecocks behind in 2nd half of 81-60 win
Colin Castleton scored 18 points and Florida pulled away in the second half to beat South Carolina 81-60JANUARY 26, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Castleton, Richard help Florida top Mississippi State 61-59
Colin Castleton had 13 points, Will Richard scored 12 and Florida held off Mississippi State 61-59JANUARY 22, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Reeves, Lofton lead Florida's 82-48 rout of Ohio
Kowacie Reeves scored a season-high 20 points off the bench, Kyle Lofton added 15 points, and Florida routed Ohio 82-48 at Amalie Arena, home of the NHL’s Tampa Bay LightningDECEMBER 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Records seven assists Lofton closed Wednesday's 82-48 win over Ohio with 15 points (4-6 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 5-6 FT) and seven assists in 25 minutes.
Impact Lofton logged his best assist tally across eight games he started in between Nov. 7 and Dec. 14. He averaged 4.1 assists during the eight-start span. Despite the rate being smaller compared to what is expected of him, Lofton will have many showcase opportunities.
DECEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Returns to starting five Lofton is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against Ohio, Chris Harry of FloridaGators.com reports.
Impact Lofton will resume his spot in the starting lineup after coming off the bench last Wednesday following a two-game absence due to a back injury. Lofton started in Florida's first seven games of the season.
DECEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Gators PG Kyle Lofton Active vs. No. 5 UConn Point guard Kyle Lofton will return to the floor after a two-game absence for Florida’s bout with No. 5 UConn.
DECEMBER 8, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Gators PG Kyle Lofton Active vs. No. 5 UConn Point guard Kyle Lofton will return to the floor after a two-game absence for Florida’s bout with No. 5 UConn.
DECEMBER 8, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Lofton status unclear ahead of No. 5 UConn Lofton has missed the Gators' last two games
DECEMBER 7, 2022 • 247SPORTS.COM
Struggles in return Lofton (back) ended with zero points (0-5 FG, 0-2 3Pt), one rebound and one assist across 21 minutes during Wednesday's 75-54 loss to UConn.
Impact Lofton was unable to get anything to fall in his return from a two game absence. The senior guard has logged a lot of minutes for the Gators this season in his first season with the team, averaging 30.9 minutes per game. Lofton's 21 minutes Wednesday were his lowest of the season, playing a limited role.
DECEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Warming up Wednesday Lofton (back) is warming up ahead of Wednesday's matchup with UConn, Jacob Rudner of 247Sports reports.
Impact Lofton, who has missed the last two games due to back spasms is warming up ahead of Wednesday's showdown with UConn. The 6-foot-3 senior has started in seven games for the Gators this season, averaging 9.6 points, 3.4 rebounds and 4.1 assists on 30.9 minutes per game. If Lofton is ultimately unable to suit up his next opportunity will be Dec. 14, against Ohio.
DECEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Game-time decision Wednesday Lofton (back) is a game-time decision Wednesday, according to Kevin Brockway of The Anderson Herald Bulletin.
Impact Florida's head coach Todd Golden said Lofton is expected to practice Tuesday. He will try returning when the Gators host Connecticut on Wednesday.
DECEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
DNP vs. Stetson Lofton (back) did not play during the Gators' 89-51 win Sunday versus Stetson.
Impact Unfortunately for Lofton, he has sat out multiple games because of his injured back. He will try to return when the Gators host Connecticut on Wednesday.
DECEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Doubtful vs. Stetson Lofton (back) is doubtful Sunday versus Stetson, according to Jacob Rudner of 247Sports.
Impact Kowacie Reeves is expected to be a part of the Gators' starting lineup again Sunday.
DECEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Currently day-to-day Lofton (back) is day-to-day, 247sports.com reports.
Impact Fantasy managers should consider Lofton questionable before the Gators host Stetson on Sunday. If he sits out that matchup, they should still consider him that status before their other games across December.
DECEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Gators HC Todd Golden Updates Status of Starters Kyle Lofton, Will Richard Gators head coach Todd Golden is hopeful for Kyle Lofton (back spasms) and Will Richard’s (knee) availability on Sunday, listing each as day...
DECEMBER 3, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Gators HC Todd Golden Updates Status of Starters Kyle Lofton, Will Richard Gators head coach Todd Golden is hopeful for Kyle Lofton (back spasms) and Will Richard’s (knee) availability on Sunday, listing each as day...
DECEMBER 3, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Kyle Lofton out against Florida A&M Lofton has started all seven of Florida's games to this point in the season
DECEMBER 1, 2022 • 247SPORTS.COM
