Gavin Doty commits to Syracuse basketball Gavin Doty, a 6-5, 190-pound guard from Siena, has officially committed to Syracuse University’s basketball program. The decision marks a significant addition to the Orange’s roster, as Doty joins the team following his two seasons at Siena under head coach Gerry McNamara. A four-star transfer prospect ranked 46th in the transfer portal, Doty’s commitment was announced amid a flurry of other commitments, including Tiefing Diawara, who also pledged to Syracuse. Doty’s journey to Syracuse began during his high school years at Fulton High School, where he remained largely under the radar as a recruit. However, his potential caught the attention of McNamara, who was then an assistant coach at Syracuse. McNamara, now leading Siena, reached out to Doty after taking the head coaching position at the Saints, and the two developed a strong mentor-mentee relationship. This connection played a pivotal role in Doty’s decision to follow McNamara to Syracuse, a school where he had long rooted for as a fan. During his two seasons at Siena, Doty has shown marked improvement under McNamara’s guidance. Last season, he emerged as the Saints’ leading scorer, averaging 18.0 points, 6.9 rebounds, 2.2 assists, and 1.3 steals per game. His shooting efficiency was notable, with a 46% field goal percentage and 33% three-point accuracy. This performance earned him a unanimous All-MAAC First Team selection, a testament to his impact on the court. Doty’s growth under McNamara’s coaching has been particularly evident in his shooting development. Despite increased minutes and a more demanding role, he has maintained his outside shooting ability while also refining his mid-range game and off-the-dribble skills.#syracuse_university #gerry_mcnamara #gavin_doty #siena #maac_conference
