Syracuse Men’s Basketball Transfers UCLA Center William Kyle III

Syracuse basketball has secured a commitment from UCLA center transfer William Kyle III, announced via social media. The 6-foot-9 athlete, who has one year of eligibility remaining, previously played at South Dakota State before transferring to UCLA, where he averaged just 2.9 points and 1.8 rebounds per game in a limited role. At South Dakota State, he was a standout player, earning accolades such as Summit League Defensive Player of the Year and averaging 13.1 points and 6.6 rebounds during his sophomore season. Kyle is expected to help fill the void left by departing players in Syracuse's frontcourt. His athleticism and defensive capabilities, highlighted by a high block rate, are anticipated to enhance the team's performance in the upcoming season. This transfer marks the first addition for Syracuse in the current transfer portal cycle.