Kiyan Anthony Joins Syracuse, Following Father's Legacy

Kiyan Anthony, son of NBA legend Carmelo Anthony, has committed to playing basketball at Syracuse University, his father's alma mater, for the 2025 class. Kiyan, a 6-foot-5 shooting guard from Long Island Lutheran High School, is a highly-rated four-star recruit, ranked as the top prospect in New York and among the nation's best. The decision came after considering other top programs like USC and Auburn. His commitment to Syracuse was announced on Carmelo's '7PM in Brooklyn' podcast and was influenced by Syracuse's early and consistent recruitment efforts and the relationships Kiyan has formed with the coaching staff. Carmelo Anthony plans to support his son by attending most of his games, further strengthening his ties to the Syracuse community. Kiyan's decision is seen as a personal connection to his father's legacy at Syracuse.