Florida Gators vs. Mississippi State Bulldogs: Last Home Game of the Season and Senior Night at the O'Dome
The Florida Gators are set to take on the Mississippi State Bulldogs in a college basketball game on Tuesday night. This will be the last home game of the 2025-2026 season for Florida, and it will also be senior night at the O'Dome. One player who will not be honored as a senior is Thomas Haugh, a junior who is expected to declare for the 2026 NBA Draft after this season. Haugh has had a successful season, averaging 17.1 PPG, 6.0 RPG, 2.0 APG, 1.0 BPG, and 1.0 SPG, with solid shooting percentages from three-point range, field goals, and free throws. Standing at 6'9" and weighing 215 lbs, Haugh is projected to be a lottery pick in the upcoming draft.
Despite his junior status, Haugh's potential departure from the program has raised questions about whether he would be honored on senior night. Head coach Todd Golden clarified that only seniors Xaivian Lee and Micah Handlogten will be recognized during the game. Golden expressed his support for Haugh's decision to pursue a professional career and acknowledged the contributions Haugh has made to the team. If Haugh does decide to leave for the NBA, he will be honored appropriately and leave behind a lasting legacy at Florida.