Syracuse Orange Basketball - Basketball Retired Uniforms

Basketball Retired Uniforms

See also: Syracuse Men's Basketball All-Century Team

Like many sports teams, Syracuse University retires jersey/uniform numbers as a way to honor its athletes. Historically, Syracuse University has restricted the men's basketball team from wearing retired numbers. A perfect example is Carmelo Anthony, who wore #22 in high school. Since the number was already retired at Syracuse, Anthony chose #15 as an alternate upon his arrival. Similarly, Gerry McNamara wore #31 in high school, also retired by Syracuse University (McNamara chose #3 instead). Interestingly, #4 and #20 were both played in the 2009-2010 season.

  • Rony Seikaly, #4
  • Vic Hanson, #8
  • Wilmeth Sidat-Singh, #19
  • Carmelo Anthony, #15
  • Sherman Douglas, #20
  • Dave Bing, #22
  • Billy Owens, #30
  • Dwayne "Pearl" Washington, #31
  • Derrick Coleman, #44
  • Billy Gabor, #17

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