If Gerry McNamara is thinking about diving back into Syracuse's roots with the iconic 2-3 zone, there's a towering prospect in the transfer portal that might just catch his eye.
Meet Olivier Rioux, a staggering 7-foot-9 presence now up for grabs.
According to college basketball insider Jeff Goodman, Rioux is set to test the waters of the transfer portal.
Rioux has spent the last two seasons with the Florida Gators, redshirting during their national championship run and appearing in 11 games this season.
In the 2025-26 season, Rioux logged 16 minutes of action, shooting 3-for-6 from the field and 1-for-2 from the line, adding up to 7 points. He also snagged 6 rebounds, handed out an assist, committed a turnover, and picked up two fouls.
While Rioux might not fit the traditional mold of a center in Jim Boeheim's zone defense, some strategic tweaks could make his inclusion intriguing for the Orange.
Typically, Boeheim's centers were tasked with rotating to the corners when the defense extended. Rioux might not be suited for that role.
However, keeping the zone slightly deeper could allow Rioux to dominate the interior with his unparalleled reach.
As the tallest player ever to score in college basketball history, his presence would undoubtedly be a spectacle.
Interestingly, Nebraska was the only other major program to show interest, but according to 247Sports, they didn't extend a scholarship offer.
Rioux might choose a smaller program to boost his career, but if McNamara wants a truly unique player, reaching out to Rioux could be a game-changer.