Author: Daniel Shalam
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What landing guard Lucas Taylor means for Syracuse
I wrote two weeks ago on how guard Lucas Taylor could be a great addition to head coach Adrian Autry’s squad. Well, its been two weeks, and Autry has done it again. This time adding another key piece to SU’s squad through the transfer portal in the form of Taylor. Taylor is a high octane…
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Who’s next from the 2025 class to follow Sadiq White to ‘Cuse?
Syracuse recently landed five-star 2025 forward Sadiq White. White picked SU over Alabama, Southern California, LSU, Georgetown, Tennessee, and Texas. The 6 ‘8 forward is a consensus top-35 prospect and sets a new standard for Syracuse. White was coach Autry’s second five-star commitment since taking the reins, it begs the question, is there any ceiling…
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Why new five-star commit Sadiq White is so important to Syracuse
Class of 2025 power forward Sadiq White committed to Syracuse last night. White is the first member of the ‘25 class to commit to SU and is ranked as the 26th overall recruit in 2025. So, what has White’s numbers looked like so far, how does he fit in SU’s system and why is this such…
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Syracuse’s Ties to Team USA
Today was Memorial Day, so it only felt right to write about Syracuse basketball’s ties to Team USA. SU has only had three players and one coach ever represent America in the Olympics. So, who were each of them, and what impact did they have on the team? Carmelo Anthony While being one of if…
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Another possible transfer is expressing interest in coming to Syracuse
As the offseason rolls on for Syracuse basketball, another guard from the portal could be joining SU’s squad. Four-star Lucas Taylor entered the portal in March and has not expressed real interest in a program. That was until Taylor reposted a story post from SU center Naheem McLeod. So, who is Taylor, and what role…
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Former Orange player could appear in NBA finals for the first time in 44 years
With the NBA Eastern Conference finals just two days away, one Syracuse player is four wins away from reaching the NBA finals. Forward Oshae Brissett is a member of the top-seeded Boston Celtics. The Celtics cruised past the Cavaliers in five games in the second round of the playoffs, and are now slated to play…
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Where are the top names that left SU headed?
While head coach Fran Brown has brought in a multitude of weapons, he’s also lost some in the process. So, let’s look into which impactful players have left the 315, and where they’re headed. Damian Alford This one should be no surprise to anybody. Brown dismissed the Montreal native about two months ago in a…
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Former Syracuse guard Judah Mintz with a mixed at G league camp
It’s been just over a month since star Syracuse guard Judah Mintz announced he was not returning to the Orange for the 2024-25 season. The Baltimore native was in Chicago this past weekend for the G-league elite combine, and competed among some of the best young talents in basketball. Mintz played two games over the…
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Two transfers in two days for Syracuse
Head coach Fran Brown made a couple more moves over the last couple of days bringing in a backup quarterback and a four-star cornerback to 315. QB Michael Johnson Jr. committed to Syracuse today and is the son of Syracuse co-offensive coordinator and tight ends coach Michael Johnson. Johnson Jr. comes over from Florida Atlantic…
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Is it time for Syracuse to bring back guard Kadary Richmond?
Guard Kadary Richmond is ranked as the number one remaining prospect by 247 sports in the portal. The former Syracuse player transferred from SU after his freshman year, averaging just over six points before transferring to Seton Hall. The Brooklyn native stayed with the Pirates all the way to his senior year, but is now…
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With Starling and Bell officially back for the 2024-25 season, what does the SU starting five look like?
Forward Chris Bell and guard JJ Starling are officially returning to SU for the 2024-25 season. Both players were expected to return but never announced anything until the last few days. With both sophomores returning for their junior year, head coach Adrian Autry can start to create his starting five. So, what is Syracuse’s most…
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Where will Syracuse’s 2025 draft class land?
SU defensive back Isaiah Johnson signed a free-agent contract with the Miami Dolphins over the weekend. The redshirt senior started every game of the regular season this year, tallying six pass breakups and one interception. Johnson is the only player from Syracuse to sign with an NFL team so far, with zero Orange players being…
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Syracuse needs to add guard Dakota Leffew
I wrote nearly a week ago about how Syracuse needed to add a prolific scorer, and they did just that. With SU getting Hofstra guard Jaquan Carlos out of the portal, the backcourt is nearly set. But, it seems like there is still one more piece on the way for the Orange that could round…
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Observations from SU spring game: Four key players to watch on offense
In Fran Brown’s Syarcuse coaching debut, four different players showed up on the offensive side of the ball. Over 15,000 fans were in attendance for the game, the most in ‘Cuse history. So, who sent the historic crowd home happy and what does this mean for the squad? Kyle McCord – Senior QB The Ohio…
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Syracuse needs to add one more guard from the transfer portal
With the additions of forward Jyare Davis from Delaware and center Eddie Lampkin Jr. from Colorado, Syracuse is set on the front court. Yet, SU is still searching to replace guard Judah Mintz. So what are the Orange’s options in the portal? Mount St. Mary guard Dakota Leffew This option for Syracuse should be no…
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Where will Syracuse basketball guard Dyaisha Fair land in tonight’s WNBA draft?
With the WNBA draft tonight, one Syracuse player is shining amongst the rest of the field. SU star guard Dyaisha Fair will be in attendance in New York City tonight for the draft. The grad student is the first ever player in program history to be invited and attend the selection process. So how did…
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Can Kyle McCord lift the SU offense?
With the spring football game just a week away, the hype is building around quarterback Kyle McCord. Undoubtedly Syracuse’s most important transfer of the offseason, McCord is excited about being in Orange saying it was his “first choice” last week. Last season, the junior had over 3,000 yards last season along with 24 touchdowns, leading…
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Pros and Cons of Syracuse Football Roster Turnover
Syracuse football has been like an airport this offseason, with 37 departures and 34 arrivals so far. The turnover under Fran Brown has been unprecedented for Syracuse, with changes that haven’t occurred since the late ’80s and mid-’90s. Some of the standout names in the transfer class include Texas A&M edge Fadil Diggs and Ohio…
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Syracuse basketball commit Elijah Moore wins 3-point competition
In what has been a wild week in Syracuse men’s basketball, there is another positive for SU fans to get excited about. Four-star shooting guard commit Elijah Moore won the three-point competition at the 2024 Slam Dunk and Three-Point Nationals yesterday in Phoenix. The incoming freshman competed with three others in the three-point competition shootout.…
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