Syracuse Lands Commitment from Transfer Portal Point Guard

Garwey Dual, a junior from McNeese State, will join the Orange for his final year of eligibility.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 10:48pm

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A cubist-style painting depicting a basketball player's movements broken down into sharp, overlapping geometric shapes in vibrant shades of orange, blue, and purple, conveying the energy and dynamism of the sport.Syracuse's roster overhaul continues with the addition of transfer guard Garwey Dual, whose defensive intensity and playmaking skills could provide a boost to the Orange backcourt.Castaic Today

Syracuse has added another player to its roster through the transfer portal, securing a commitment from junior guard Garwey Dual. Dual, who previously played at Providence and Seton Hall, averaged 8.4 points and 4.4 assists last season at McNeese State.

Why it matters

New head coach Gerry McNamara has been actively rebuilding the Syracuse roster, bringing in several new players through the transfer portal. Dual's addition provides the Orange with an experienced, defensive-minded point guard to complement their returning backcourt players.

The details

Dual has had a circuitous college career, starting at Providence before transferring to Seton Hall and then McNeese State. As a four-star recruit out of high school, he held offers from several major programs. At Syracuse, he will have one year of eligibility remaining and is expected to compete for a starting role in the backcourt.

  • Dual committed to Syracuse on April 11, 2026.

The players

Garwey Dual

A junior guard who spent the last season at McNeese State, averaging 8.4 points and 4.4 assists. He previously played at Providence and Seton Hall.

Gerry McNamara

The new head coach of the Syracuse men's basketball team, who has been actively rebuilding the roster through the transfer portal.

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What they’re saying

“Garwey is a great addition to our program. He brings experience, defensive intensity, and playmaking ability that will complement our returning players well.”

— Gerry McNamara, Head Coach, Syracuse Men's Basketball

What’s next

Dual will join the Syracuse roster for the 2026-27 season and will look to earn a starting role in the backcourt.

The takeaway

McNamara's aggressive approach to the transfer portal has allowed him to quickly reshape the Syracuse roster, adding experienced players like Dual to complement the team's returning core.