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DeVon Walker changes his mind, staying at Florida

DeVon Walker

Florida guard/forward DeVon Walker (25) goes by Florida State forward Okaro White (10) for a layup attempt in the second half of an NCAA college basketball game on Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2012, in Tallahassee, Fla. Florida beat Florida State 72-47. (AP Photo/Phil Sears)

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Looks like DeVon Walker had a change of heart.

The Florida wing announced last week that he would be transferring out of the Gators’ program, presumably in search of more playing time. But now it turns out Walker will stay in Gainesville.

“Florida is such a great place, and the more I thought about it, I just realized this is where I want to be,” Walker said in a statement. “The coaching staff has helped me get better on and off the court over the past year and I really enjoy being around my teammates, so I’m excited to refocus on my future here in Gainesville.”

According to a story at GatorCountry.com, coach Billy Donovan and Walker were able to hash out their problems.

Walker averaged 0.8 points, 0.7 rebounds and 0.2 assists for Donovan as a freshman. He played 99 total minutes and was 4-for-22 from the field overall.

The 6-6 Winter Haven, Fla. native could see a small increase in playing time, but it’ll be hard with incoming freshman like Chris Walker and Kasey Hill making their way to campus. Virginia Tech transfer Dorian Finney-Smith will also be eligible and Kasey Prather and Will Yeguete return as well.

“We always encourage guys to do what they feel is best for their future, and we’re glad that DeVon will be continuing with us here at Florida,” Donovan said in the release.

Whatever the reason, Walker is staying.

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