Overview
- Russell declined to sign at his high school ceremony on Wednesday, then finalized his letter of intent at a Thursday night signing party.
- His agent said he wanted more time to pray and be 100% certain, targeting a decision by the end of the early signing period on Friday.
- A video of Russell flashing a "U" on Instagram Live spurred talk of Miami interest, but he confirmed Syracuse as his destination.
- Syracuse head coach Fran Brown publicly expressed confidence in their relationship and the program during the brief holdup.
- With Russell in the fold, Syracuse’s class ranks 30th nationally and is described as the best in school history.