Walter Clayton Jr., Will Richard’s return raises UF’s stock

GAINESVILLE — Florida combo guard Walter Clayton Jr. was long shot to get drafted.

Sharpshooter Will Richard’s odds of an NBA team selecting him June 26-27 were even lower.

But the duo raised the 2024-25 Gators’ stock by exploring their professional options before deciding to return to UF for a final season.

Coach Todd Golden’s team will open offseason workouts Monday after a 24-win season and first NCAA Tournament bid since 2021, with Clayton, the leading scorer last season, and…