Syracuse Basketball: Peach Jam Tournament Update
The annual Peach Jam tournament on Nike’s EYBL circuit has commenced, and numerous Syracuse basketball targets are vying for the coveted crown in the main 17U division during an NCAA live period. The tournament runs from July 13 to July 21 in North Augusta, S.C.
Syracuse Basketball Recruits Shine at Peach Jam
Two Syracuse basketball priority recruits who have caught my attention are 2025 four-star guard Acaden Lewis from Washington, D.C., and 2025 four-star shooting guard Kiyan Anthony from New York City. Lewis suits up for the Oxon Hill, Md.-based Team Durant, while Anthony does the same for the Baltimore-based Team Melo.
“It’s a packed house for a 12 p.m. showdown of @teamdurant_AAU vs. @TheMacIrvinFire.” - Sam Lance
On Saturday, Syracuse basketball head coach Adrian Autry was on hand, along with many other college coaches, to watch Team Durant battle the Chicago-based Mac Irvin Fire. In front of Autry, Lewis led Team Durant to an 85-69 triumph, dropping 21 points, to go along with four rebounds and three assists. He was 8-of-19 from the field. [](Team Durant triumphs over Mac Irvin Fire)
A few days ago, Lewis disclosed a top eight of Syracuse basketball, Kentucky, two-time defending national champion UConn, North Carolina, Duke, Tennessee, Michigan, and Auburn. He plans to officially visit the ‘Cuse at some point, and Lewis landed a scholarship offer from the program in late April of this year.
Anthony and Team Melo, on Saturday, defeated the Columbus, Ohio-based All Ohio Red by a final of 77-74. Anthony registered 16 points, three boards, and three assists on 7-of-18 shooting from the field. [](Kiyan Anthony in action)
Recruits Show Their Skills at Peach Jam
Several other recruits showcased their talents at Peach Jam, including Dorian Jones and Arness Lawson for All Ohio Red, and Tyrell Bowles and Jaitavius Kelly for Team Melo.
Peach Jam action
As the tournament progresses, I’ll continue to track how Orange recruits fare at Peach Jam, and high school players for whom the ‘Cuse staff is in attendance. Stay tuned for more updates.
