# REVEALED: Gerry McNamara's INTERESTING Transfer Portal Moves | Is Syracuse Basketball BETTER?

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Podcast: [Locked On Syracuse - Daily Podcast On Syracuse Orange Football & Basketball](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-syracuse-daily-podcast-on-syracuse-orange-football-basketball-818696)
Published: 2026-05-03T20:30:00+00:00
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## Resource

Syracuse Orange face a pivotal offseason as Gerry McNamara’s first transfer portal class earns a middling C grade. Are the newest additions enough to elevate Syracuse basketball in the ACC, or are the Orange still missing key pieces for a breakthrough year? Jackson Holzer breaks down the strengths and weaknesses of the transfer haul, spotlighting defensive-focused newcomers like Garwey Dual, Luke Wilson, and Francis Folefac. The episode examines the ongoing struggles with outside shooting, questions the lack of true star power with Gavin Doty and Aiden Tobiason, and highlights the vulnerability at point guard. With only limited offensive firepower and uncertainty at the 1-spot, the Orange’s path forward remains uncertain. How will McNamara’s recruiting strategy and the eligibility of incoming players shape Syracuse’s chances in a competitive conference? Don’t miss this candid analysis of Syracuse’s roster rebuild and what it means for the program’s future.

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