March 11 (UPI) — Syracuse University fired men’s basketball coach Adrian Autry after three seasons, Orange athletic director John Wildhack announced Wednesday.
Autry, 54, was a star guard for the Orange from 1990 to 1994. He went on to work as an assistant at the high school level and at Virginia Tech and Syracuse before taking over as Orange head coach in 2023.
He led the Orange to a 49-48 record over the last three years, including their 15-17 mark this season. The 2025-26 Orange ranked 203rd out of 365 Division I programs in points per game. They ranked 193rd in points allowed.
“Adrian first came to Syracuse as a student-athlete in 1990, and this program has been a constant in his life ever since: as a player, assistant coach, associate head coach and ultimately as head coach,” Wildhack said in a news release.
“His dedication to our student-athletes on and off the court never wavered throughout his time here, and we are grateful for his service and commitment to Orange basketball.”
The Orange finished their 2025-26 campaign on a six-game losing streak, including an 86-69 loss to SMU in the first round of the ACC Tournament on Tuesday in Charlotte, N.C.
“It has been an honor to coach at my alma mater,” Autry said. “I want to thank chancellor Kent Syverud, John Wildhack, Jim Boeheim, my team and my staff for their support.”
Wildhack said the Orange will “move quickly” to find Autry’s replacement.
“We are going to move quickly and with purpose,” Wildhack said. “This is one of the most storied programs in college basketball, and we intend to hire a proven winner who will build on that legacy. We are looking for a coach who can recruit at the highest level, develop players and compete for championships, conference and national.
“Syracuse fans deserve nothing less, and that is exactly what we are going to deliver.”
About the Author
