# Syracuse men’s basketball season preparations

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/syracuse-mens-basketball-season-preparations
> Updated: 2026-10-24T21:09:05.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

Syracuse men’s basketball players and head coach Gerry McNamara expressed anticipation for the upcoming season during the ACC Tipoff event in Charlotte. Players Gavin Doty and Aidan Tobiason highlighted the team’s focus on intensity and physicality during preparations.

Following these preseason discussions, the team concluded its exhibition schedule with a 71-58 victory over the Niagara Purple Eagles. Gavin Doty recorded a double-double with 14 points and 13 rebounds, while the team demonstrated strength in rebounding and interior scoring despite struggles with perimeter shooting and turnovers. The regular season is scheduled to begin on November 2 against New Haven.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-24: Syracuse men's basketball defeats Niagara in exhibition game

Syracuse men's basketball defeated Niagara 71-58 in an exhibition game, led by Gavin Doty's 14 points and 13 rebounds.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/syracuse-mens-basketball-defeats-niagara-in-exhibition-game

### 2026-10-09: Syracuse basketball players discuss upcoming season at ACC Tipoff

Syracuse basketball players Gavin Doty and Aidan Tobiason expressed excitement for the upcoming season during the ACC Tipoff event, highlighting team intensity and readiness for competition.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/syracuse-basketball-players-discuss-upcoming-season-at-acc-tipoff

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