From Sleeper to Star: Alex Condon's Meteoric Rise to NBA Draft Radar
If you told someone just two years ago that Alex Condon would be helping Florida make a Final Four run and turning heads as a legit NBA Draft prospect, they'd probably raise an eyebrow. And honestly, who could blame them? This is a guy who wasn’t even a known name in college basketball circles, let alone a household one. But fast forward to now, and the story of Alex Condon reads like a basketball fairytale—underrated beginnings, surprising breakthroughs, and an electrifying presence when it matters most.
Condon’s journey starts far from Gainesville—on the fields of Australia, where he was a rising Australian rules football star. Yeah, football . But somewhere along the way, he pivoted to basketball, chasing a new dream. That shift alone showed the kind of guts this guy has. No certainty, no spotlight—just pure bet-on-yourself energy.
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When Florida first came across Condon, it wasn’t even through a targeted scouting mission. The Gators had just missed on another big man and decided to check out some tape anyway. That’s when they spotted him, playing for the NBA Global Academy, raw but clearly talented. And when Saint Mary’s—who have an excellent track record with Australian players—started circling, it was all the endorsement Florida needed to dive in.
The recruitment process was quick, decisive, and full of belief. Condon took a visit to Florida, liked what he saw, and committed to the Gators just 20 minutes before a big-time SEC matchup. Wild timing, but it just adds to the lore.
And now? Now he’s not just part of the rotation—he is the rotation. At 6'11", Condon’s versatility is game-changing. He protects the rim, switches on defense, makes plays, and scores with touch and timing. There’s a reason NBA scouts are talking. He’s got that new-age big man skill set that front offices love: mobility, feel, and untapped upside.
This season has been a rocket launch for both Condon and the Florida Gators. Together with teammate Thomas Haugh—another sleeper turned star—they’ve sparked a culture shift. Their toughness, drive, and sheer hunger have helped lead a rebuild from the NIT to the Final Four. That’s no small leap.
What’s most exciting is that this isn’t the end of the line for Condon—it’s just the start. Whether or not he declares for the NBA Draft this year, one thing’s clear: he’s put the world on notice. He’s gone from unknown to undeniable. And for a guy who switched sports and crossed the globe to chase this dream, that’s nothing short of remarkable.
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