Micah Handlogten's family provides recovery update following Florida star's surgery

On Sunday during the SEC Tournament title game, Florida star Micah Handlogten suffered a devastating injury.

Against Auburn, Handlogten crumpled to the floor and needed immediate medical attention. Later, it was revealed he had suffered a fractured lower left leg, and needed surgery in the immediate aftermath of the SEC Tournament finale.

On Monday, Micah Handlogten’s mother Danielle posted an update on her son’s condition, as well as a thank you letter to everyone who’s reached out to raise the Florida star’s spirits over the last 24 hours.

“We are so thankful to be a part of the Gator family! Micah’s surgery went well and we are expecting a full recovery,” Danielle Handlogten posted on X. “Micah is eager to get back on the court and motivated for the journey ahead.

“Our entire family is overcome with gratitude for Micah’s coaching staff, his teammates, UF and UF athletics, Gator Nation, the Auburn program/fan base, the SEC family who has rallied around us, and the and the incredible medical staff at Vanderbilt University. The care and support has been overwhelming. Our family is strengthened by each and every one of your thoughts and prayers. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you.”

Moreover, Handlogten came to Florida this past year as a sophomore after his freshman year with the Marshall Thundering Herd.

In 31 starts over 32 appearances, Handlogten averaged 5.5 points, 7.1 rebound, and just under a block in 19.5 minutes per game. He did so while shooting 62.2% from the floor this season.

Those statistics were good for second in rebounding, third in blocks, and tops in field-goal percentage.

Handlogten went down within the first few minutes of the title game in the SEC Tournament against Auburn. After going up for a rebound, he landed in a way that led to the fracturing of his lower leg. It was one of those unfortunate injuries that you never want to see. It was also one that clearly affected the emotions of him, the two teams, and the audience both in Bridgestone Arena and watching on ESPN.

Considering all things, this is fantastic news on the 7’1 center within a day of his gruesome moment. It’s about all that you could hope for as he now begins his rehab while his team prepares to play in the NCAA Tournament with him only able to support.

On3’s Sam Gillenwater contributed to this article.