Rutgers lands Manhattan transfer Will Sydnor

Nov 4, 2024; College Park, Maryland, USA; Manhattan Jaspers forward Will Sydnor (9) makes a pass over Maryland Terrapins guard DeShawn Harris-Smith (5), Maryland Terrapins center Derik Queen (25) and Maryland Terrapins guard Selton Miguel (9) during the first half at Xfinity Center. Mandatory Credit

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Rutgers has landed another member of the frontcourt prepared to battle for a starting spot.

Manhattan transfer Will Sydnor announced on Monday night that he has committed to Rutgers.

Sydnor attended Manhattan as a member of the 2024 recruiting class. He hails from Brooklyn and attended The Patrick School. Now, the 6-foot-8 forward returns to New Jersey.

Sydnor did not play last season due to eligiblity issues. He was named the MAAC Rookie of the Year in 2024-25 after making 29 starts for Manhattan.

He averaged 13.9 points and 6.8 rebounds per game while shooting 45.1% from the floor. Syudnor also shot 34.8% from three-point range. He will come to Rutgers with three years of eligibility remaining.