As expected, Syracuse basketball didn't prevail for 2026 four-star big man Asher Elson from New York City, who picked Xavier out of the Big East Conference when making his college decision on Wednesday, which was the final day of the early signing period for high school seniors.
The 6-foot-10 Elson picked the Musketeers over other finalists Auburn, Maryland and the Orange. I had heard some chatter in recent days that Xavier had potentially pulled out in front for him. Wishing Asher all the best at Xavier!
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