Florida men's basketball coach breaks silence amid sexual misconduct allegations

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Florida Gators men’s basketball coach Todd Golden said in a statement on Saturday that he would weigh a defamation lawsuit as it was revealed the school is investigating misconduct claims against him.

Golden put a statement out on social media, acknowledging the lawsuit.

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Florida head coach Todd Golden watches play during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against South Florida, Monday, Nov. 4, 2024, in Jacksonville, Fla.  (AP Photo/Gary McCullough)

"For the last month, I have actively participated in and respected the confidentiality of an ongoing school inquiry," the statement read. "I have recently engaged Ken Turkel to advise me on my ability to bring defamation claims while this confidential investigation is ongoing.

"My family and I appreciate the support we have received and remain confident the university will continue its efforts to finish its review properly."

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Florida head coach Todd Golden watches play during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against South Florida, Monday, Nov. 4, 2024, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Gary McCullough)

Golden’s remarks came a day after the Independent Florida Alligator reported the school opened up an investigation into allegations of sexual harassment, sexual exploitation, stalking and cyberstalking multiple women, including students, against him.

The newspaper reported that Golden faces claims of unwanted sexual advances on Instagram, requesting sexual favors and sending photos and videos of his genitalia. The