5 Questions the Florida Gators Must Answer in Conference play

By Adam McGill

5 Questions Florida Must Answer in SEC Play

Florida Basketball — The Florida Gators aren't receiving much attention in the SEC with the success of No.1-ranked Kentucky Wildcats. However, this may play into their favor, and allow them to pull off an upset or two. As the season moves on, here are five question the Gators must answer in conference play.

5. Can They Beat Arkansas?

SEC rival Arkansas

5. Can They Beat Arkansas?

SEC rival Arkansas copy — Arkansas is currently ranked No. 19 in the nation right now. They are a strong scoring team and are led by sophomore forward Bobby Portis. They will be a trust test for the Gators.

4. Can They Survive The SEC?

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4. Can They Survive The SEC?

Gators Basketball — The SEC is once again packed with talent this season, including the No. 1-ranked Kentucky Wildcats. If Florida wants to contend this season, they can't get lost among the other teams in the conference this season.

3. Can Dorian Finney-Smith Keep Scoring?

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3. Can Dorian Finney-Smith Keep Scoring?

Dorian_Finney-Smith1 copy — Finney-Smith is currently leading the team with 14.1 points per game. He is also shooting an unbelievable 51.5% from the field. How long can he keep it up?

2. Who Will Step Up In The Post?

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2. Who Will Step Up In The Post?

MetroPCS Orange Bowl Basketball Classic — Florida is 178th in the nation with a meager 35.2 rebounds per game. They also don't have a single player grabbing six rebounds per contest. Who will step up in the post for them this season?

1. Can They Defeat Kentucky?

2014 CBS Sports Classic

1. Can They Defeat Kentucky?

2014 CBS Sports Classic — Kentucky has already ripped off 16 straight wins, including three in ACC play. However, they will likely take a loss at some point. Will it be Florida?

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