TAMPA − Florida Gators junior forward Alex Condon is currently focused on the team’s March Madness run, which continues Sunday, March 22, against Iowa (22-12) at Benchmark International Arena (7:10 p.m., TBS). Condon has already achieved a decorated college career, including a national championship, an SEC Tournament championship, and an SEC regular season title.
The 6-foot-11 Condon is also considering a rare path for college basketball players – remaining with the team for four years. However, he acknowledges the possibility of declaring for the NBA Draft after this season, stating he’s “probably around 50-50 right now” on his decision.
Condon, who is averaging 15.1 points and 6.8 rebounds per game, has been performing well recently, with five 20-point scoring performances in his last nine games. He contributed 13 points, 5 assists, 3 rebounds, and 3 blocks in Florida’s 114-55 win over Prairie View A&M on March 20.
He indicated that NBA scouts have suggested he could be drafted in the 20-30 range of the first round if he enters the draft this year. Condon expressed confidence in his potential, saying, “I have the self-belief to experience like I’m a lottery-type of player.”
Condon noted a previous setback in the tournament, having sprained an ankle during the Sweet 16 against Maryland last season. He played through the injury, and Florida has a strong supporting cast this year with guards Walter Clayton Jr., Will Richard, and Alijah Martin.
“I’m just in a really good space mentally right now,” Condon said. “I’m enjoying these guys off the court. It could be my last year here so, I’ve just got to take every day in my stride and just enjoy spending time with the fellas.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alex Condon’s current record with the Florida Gators?
Alex Condon has been part of a Florida Gators team that has won a national championship, an SEC Tournament championship, and an SEC regular season title.
What is Alex Condon’s current focus?
Alex Condon said his current focus is to take in every moment of UF’s March Madness run, which will continue when the No. 1 seed Florida Gators face No. 9 seed Iowa on Sunday, March 22.
What is Alex Condon’s potential draft range, according to scouts?
Condon said the current feedback he’s getting from scouts and NBA personnel executive is that he could end up being picked in the 20-30 range of the first round if he chose to come out at the end of this season.
As Condon and the Gators prepare to face Iowa, what factors will ultimately weigh most heavily in his decision about his future?
