Denzel Aberdeen became a surprise portal entry after being projected to start for the Florida Gators next season.

Former Florida guard Denzel Aberdeen is staying in the Southeastern Conference and transferring to Kentucky, he announced Monday on social media. The 6-foot-5, 190-pound rising senior entered the transfer portal on Friday after three seasons in Gainesville,

Florida transfer Denzel Aberdeen has committed to Kentucky, per @TiptonEdits 😼 Aberdeen averaged 7.7 PPG in 19.7 MPG for the National Champion Gators. Big get for Mark Pope and Kentucky 🔵⚪️ pic.twitter.com/aOohrzSNeW