In the world of college basketball, the transfer portal is buzzing with news about Gerry McNamara's move from Siena back to Syracuse. While much of the chatter has focused on Gavin Doty, a standout under McNamara at Siena, another name is emerging as a potential player of interest for Syracuse: Reid Ducharme.
Ducharme, a former four-star recruit, has officially entered the transfer portal. With previous stints at Xavier and Siena, he brings experience and potential, carrying three years of eligibility.
Originally hailing from Massachusetts, Ducharme attended Brewster Academy, a school with a history of sending talent to Syracuse. In fact, Syracuse had extended an offer to Ducharme during his high school days.
However, his path to Syracuse isn't straightforward. This potential connection seems more rooted in his relationship with McNamara than any guaranteed role on the court.
Ducharme's college journey has been a bit rocky. He saw limited action as a freshman at Xavier and averaged 13 minutes per game at Siena in the 2024-25 season, contributing 4.6 points and 1.8 rebounds per game.
Unfortunately, an injury sidelined him for the entire 2025-26 season.
While there are questions surrounding Ducharme's fit and readiness, McNamara's insight into his abilities could be pivotal. As the situation unfolds, fans should keep a close eye on whether this connection leads to Ducharme donning the Orange jersey.