Keyontae Johnson Makes Honorary Start for Florida on Senior Day vs. Kentucky

Keyontae Johnson was an honorary starter for Florida's Senior Day game against Kentucky on Saturday, 15 months after he collapsed on the court because of a medical issue.

Johnson was the preseason SEC Player of the Year heading into the 2020-21 season before dropping to the court during a Dec. 12, 2020 game against Florida State. He was rushed to a local hospital and placed in a medically induced coma for three days.

Doctors diagnosed Johnson with acute myocarditis.

Johnson has not gained clearance to resume his basketball career. He was expected to be a first-round NBA draft pick.

While he's yet to return to the floor, Johnson has worked the last two seasons as an assistant coach under coach Mike White.