GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Florida forward Keyontae Johnson on Tuesday enjoyed a breakthrough in his recovery from a scary collapse Saturday at Florida State.

Johnson’s parents, Nika and Marrecus, released a statement through the school updating their son’s progress as he remains hospitalized. He has been upgraded to stable condition, with no critical status.

Johnson, 21, is breathing on his own and speaking to his parents and doctors.

“He even FaceTimed the team!” his parents said in a statement released by Florida.

Johnson previously was listed in critical but stable condition at UF Health on Monday. After a report he was in a medically induced coma, the Gators released a statement indicating he was awake and able to follow “simple commands” after he was transferred from Tallahassee Memorial Hospital, where he had been since Saturday.

Johnson collapsed on the court after he exited a team huddle during the opening minutes of Florida’s 83-71 loss at Florida State.

The outpouring of emotion and support for Johnson touched his parents.

“We feel so much love and support from everyone,” the Johnsons said. “We’re beyond grateful for the care and attention that Keyontae has received throughout these past several days. We have seen how much people love and care for him.”

The Johnson said they plan to share updates about Keyontae’s health and progress.

“We hope people recognize that information that doesn’t come from us or the athletic department may not be accurate,” the Johnsons said. “We are working closely with Keyontae’s doctors and the UAA to provide information to everyone who cares so deeply about Keyontae and has been praying for him.”

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