A coveted recruit
Syracuse University has extended a scholarship offer to King Gibson, a five‑star point guard who is projected as the second‑best prospect in the 2027 class according to the Rivals Industry Ranking. The announcement comes as the Orange intensify their recruitment of elite talent ahead of the next recruiting cycle.
Gibson, who honed his game at Spire Academy in Geneva, Ohio, helped the program capture a top‑five national finish during the 2025‑26 season. In EYBL Scholastic competition he posted averages of 15.0 points, 3.7 assists, 3.4 rebounds and 1.3 steals per game, and he recently contributed 21 points for the 17U squad of Team United during the circuit’s second spring session in Memphis.
High school highlights
The offer places Syracuse alongside a growing list of power‑programs — including Alabama, Florida State, Indiana, Michigan, North Carolina, Notre Dame, Virginia Tech, Wake Forest, Houston, Georgetown, Providence and Seton Hall — that have all courted Gibson. His versatility as a combo guard has made him a coveted target for coaches seeking a dynamic floor leader.
A competitive pursuit
Beyond Gibson, the Orange are actively pursuing several other highly ranked 2027 prospects, a strategy that reflects head coach Adrian Autry’s ambition to reshape the roster through early commitments. The recruitment drive is being coordinated by assistant coaches Gerry McNamara and Kevin Boyle, who have been scouting the EYBL circuit and evaluating players such as RJ Moore and Markus Kerr.
The upcoming EYBL session in Memphis will provide another showcase for Gibson, who enters the weekend with momentum after his 21‑point performance. Analysts note that his blend of scoring, playmaking and defensive intensity could tip the balance in Syracuse’s favor when the final decision is rendered.