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Forward CJ Felder to step away from Gators' basketball team

On3 imageby:Donavon Keiser01/13/23

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CJ Felder started at power forward in the Gators' season opener vs. Stony Brook. (UAA Photo)

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Forward CJ Felder will step away from the team due to personal reasons, Florida head coach Todd Golden announced at his press conference on Friday. Felder will not be with the team for Saturday’s matchup against No. 20 Missouri.

Felder averaged 13 minutes a game during the 2022-23 season, averaging 2.5 points and 3.1 rebounds. Felder shot 53.6 percent from the floor this season.

The senior’s best game of the year came against 88-78 win over Kennesaw State, where he posted seven points, two steals, six rebounds and a block.

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Moving forward, Florida must rely on sophomore Alex Fudge to step up at the 4 spot. Will Richard has also played some forward for the Gators this season.

Florida’s Golden speaks on CJ Felder

“CJ Felder is going to take a little time away from the team for personal reasons,” Golden said. “Definitely nothing disciplinary. He’s still a part of our family and we love him. He’s going through a little bit of a time right now, and we’re leaving the door open for him to join the team again this season whenever he feels ready.”

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