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The latest 247Sports national rankings for the 2028 class highlight a strong Syracuse presence, with multiple high‑profile recruits already earning offers as the new coaching regime pushes aggressively for talent.
Syracuse University is courting 2028 three‑star guard Ka'Shawn Gill, a Flint native who has already logged minutes in the Overtime Elite circuit and now competes in the Adidas 3SSB league, as a host of programs eye his commitment.
A look at the 2016 Albany City Rocks AAU squad, the players who left Syracuse, and the current push by Gerry McNamara to rebuild the program with NBA‑caliber talent.
With the 2028 recruiting cycle officially opening on June 15, Syracuse basketball, led by Gerry McNamara, has extended a scholarship to three‑star wing Enmanuel Valera Melo, who is also drawing attention from Stanford, Northwestern, Florida State and other high‑major programs.
Kamari Whyte's breakout junior season earned Gatorade honors, and his upcoming senior year at Blair Academy is attracting scholarship offers from a host of major programs, including Syracuse.
Syracuse basketball staff are closely tracking Jadah Washington, a 2028 point guard from Sidwell Friends School, whose rising profile includes early scholarship offers and notable performances on the AAU circuit.
Syracuse University’s basketball staff, led by head coach Gerry McNamara, have begun courting the 2028 class, extending personal contact to elite guard Rowan Phillips, who is already drawing attention from a dozen major programs and showcasing impressive summer numbers.
Michai White, a five‑star point guard currently starring for City Rocks in the EYBL, has attracted scholarship offers from Auburn, Indiana, Louisville and Maryland, while his impressive stats and rankings have put Syracuse, Houston and Notre Dame on his radar.
Syracuse University has offered a scholarship to Skye Ragoo, a standout guard from Christ the King High School, as he continues to climb the national rankings.
Syracuse University’s basketball program is making a bold move in the 2028 recruiting cycle, targeting five‑star forward Mason Collins while navigating a competitive landscape that includes offers from Houston, UConn, Duke and other powerhouses.
Zion Green, a 6‑foot‑9 power forward from Philadelphia, will spend his senior year at AZ Compass Prep School in Chandler, Arizona, after receiving scholarship offers from a dozen major programs and ranking among the nation’s top‑30 prospects.
Tickets go on sale August 12 for the first meeting between the programs since 2018, featuring a look back at recent NCAA tournament encounters and conference history.
The exhibition event, scheduled for October 12 and 13, 2026, pits the Syracuse Orange against the UConn Huskies in a highly anticipated matchup.
The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame will host a pair of high‑profile exhibition games in October 2026, pitting Syracuse against UConn in both women's and men's contests at the Mohegan Sun.
Syracuse University will host Lafayette on November 21, 2026, as part of a non‑conference schedule that also features games against Indiana, Oklahoma and Providence, while the coaching staff under Gerry McNamara eyes additional matchups with Colgate and Cornell.
Syracuse University announces a non‑conference matchup against Lafayette at the Carrier Dome on November 21, 2026, marking a key addition to its 2026‑27 schedule under the NCAA’s new 32‑game rule.
Syracuse has revealed its full non‑conference slate for the 2026‑27 season, highlighting a season‑opening game against Lafayette on November 21, a series of exhibition contests, and a record‑breaking historical rivalry.
After a decade‑plus stint playing in Iran, Italy, South Korea and beyond, OD Anosike is hanging up his jersey to pursue a Division I coaching role, while cherishing the global experiences that shaped his career.
Syracuse will open its preseason with a neutral‑site game against UConn at the Mohegan Sun Casino, marking a strategic move for new coach Gerry McNamara.
Luke Wilson, a dominant big man with a defensive reputation, has chosen Syracuse over several Power Five programs, citing the fan base, coaching staff, and opportunity to compete for an NCAA Tournament berth.
Shaun Belbey, a Syracuse alumnus with a decorated playing and academic record, has been appointed to lead video operations for the university's men's basketball program.
Syracuse’s staff is actively evaluating elite high school prospects during two live recruiting windows, offering scholarships and planning official visits.
Ahmed Nur dazzled at the NBPA Top 100 Camp in Rock Hill, South Carolina, posting 14.8 points and seven rebounds per game while shooting 64% from the field and 58% from three‑point range. His standout numbers have attracted scholarship offers from several power‑five programs, including Syracuse, Arizona State and West Virginia, and have positioned him among the nation’s top 50 prospects.
The Orange announced that Tyus Battle, who starred for Syracuse from 2016 to 2019, will now oversee player development and well-being, marking the first time the program has designated a Director of Player Development.