Syracuse Basketball Legend Lawrence Moten Found Dead at 53 in Washington D.C.

Lawrence Moten, a Syracuse University basketball legend and the school's all-time leading scorer, died at age 53 in his Washington, D.C. home. Moten, known as "Poetry in Moten," scored 2,334 points during his collegiate career from 1991 to 1995 and set the Big East Conference scoring record at the time. After college, he played for the Vancouver Grizzlies and overseas, later working as a general manager for youth basketball programs in D.C. Former teammates and coaches remembered him not only for his scoring ability and high basketball IQ but also for his positive energy and dedication to the Syracuse community. Syracuse athletic director John Wildhack and former head coach Jim Boeheim praised Moten's impact both on and off the court, emphasizing his role as a beloved figure in the program's history. His legacy continues to resonate, with many reflecting on his contributions to basketball and mentorship.