Number 5: Jason Williams

White Chocolate was his name and flashy was his game. Williams spent one year at Marshall University before transferring to Florida in 1996. He had to sit out a year due to the transfer rule, but in his one year as a Gator, he was very special.

Williams averaged 17.1 points, 6.7 assists, and 2.7 steals per game and led an under-talented Florida team to the NIT tournament. Watching Williams play at Florida was so fun because he was showed just how flashy he could be which then translated into the NBA. His Florida tenure included the first appearance of the elbow pass that he would later become famous for. Florida wasn't the team it would later become under Billy Donovan in the 2000s, but Jason Williams is still one of the best players to ever go through the program.

In the NBA, Williams had a steady career as a guard. He played most of his career with the Kings as a backup to Mike Bibby and he eventually won a ring with the Miami Heat. He was known for his flashy play as a passer and scorer.

Number 4: Vernon Maxwell

Vernon “Mad Max” Maxwell was an electric, 6'4 scoring guard who thrived from deep and at the rim throughout his career at the University of Florida. Maxwell spent four years there and lead the team to the NCAA tournament in his final two seasons, going to the Elite 8 one year and the ‘Sweet Sixteen' another.

In Maxwell's final two seasons as a Gator, he averaged 20 points and turned himself into a threat from the perimeter. He was an elite scorer to go along with gritty defense and an electric handle. He could get into the teeth of the defense whenever he wanted and he would occasionally get up to the rum for an exciting finish.

Vernon Maxwell spent 13 seasons in the NBA. Most of these seasons, including his best, were with the Houston Rockets. He never blossomed into a star in the league, but he played well on both ends and became a solid 3-and-D guard throughout his career.

Number 3: Udonis Haslem

Udonis Haslem was one of the grittiest players to ever player at Florida. He was a tough defender and a rugged player in the post. Opposing teams struggled to handle him on the boards, in the post, and on defense.

Haslem spent four years there and improved steadily every season. He never once shot below 50% from the field his entire career at Florida. His time at Florida also included a run to the NCAA championship, where his team was runner-up to Tom Izzo and Michigan State.

Udonis Haslem is one of the few players in the history of basketball to spend his entire career in one state. He has spent the entirety of his NBA career playing for the Miami Heat. He has three championships with the Heat, and his loyalty has been a defining aspect of his career.

Number 2: Al Horford

Al Horford spent 3 years as a Gator, where he eventually helped the team win a national championship. He was a smooth post-scorer and elite defender who impacted the games in many ways. Many would argue he is the highest-IQ player on this list. This high basketball-IQ has allowed him to last in the NBA so long.

Horford's career at Florida wasn't defined by his scoring, but instead by him being the perfect glue guy for a championship team. Offensively, he operated as an excellent high post playmaker and defender. He made his presence felt at all times on the court.

In the NBA, Horford is a multi-time All-Star and has been a solid contributor to many good teams. Most notably, he played for the Boston Celtics and the Atlanta Hawks where he was an All-Star. He currently plays for the Oklahoma City Thunder alongside young stars like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Lugentz Dort.

Number 1: Joakim Noah

Joakim Noah was teammates with Horford all three years they spent together at Florida. Noah was known for his energy and passion at all times. His hustle was his calling card and he made a career in both the NCAA and the NBA.

Like Horford, Joakim's calling card wasn't his scoring. He only averaged about 12 points per game throughout his college career. However, his defense and rebounding were reflections of his hustle, and he was undeniably the best player on the 2007 championship team. That goes a long way to making him the greatest player in the history of Florida Gators basketball.

Noah made an NBA career out of the same hustle, passion, and athleticism that he made during his time in the NCAA. He had some of the greatest defensive seasons of all time with the Chicago Bulls. His Defensive Player of the Year season in 2014 was particularly memorable.

The University of Florida is looking to make another deep tournament run and maybe a player like Tre Mann can join this list if he and the team impress. Florida will continue to produce NBA talent for years to come and it will be fun to watch them and see if any players will join this lucrative list.