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Isaiah Henderson seeks bigger role for Siena basketball this season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 7:30 PM

Last updated Oct 13, 2026

Isaiah Henderson seeks bigger role for Siena basketball this season

Summary

Isaiah Henderson, a 6-foot-6 guard for Siena, aims for a more impactful sophomore season after averaging 3.8 points last year. He contributed to Siena's NCAA Tournament appearance but did not play in key postseason games. Under new coach Nevada Smith, Henderson is adjusting to a faster-paced style, emphasizing shooting early in the shot clock. Siena will face Syracuse in an exhibition game on Sunday, with Henderson eager to play in crucial moments and improve as a rebounder and defender.

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By the Numbers

•Isaiah Henderson averaged 3.8 points and shot 30.4% from three-point range last season.
•He did not play in Siena's conference title game or their NCAA first-round loss.
•Henderson is adapting to Nevada Smith's up-tempo offensive style.
•Siena will unfurl their NCAA Tournament banner before facing Syracuse on Sunday.
•Henderson aims to take on a larger role and contribute significantly this season.

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7:30 PMYahoo Sports — Siena basketball's Isaiah Henderson craves 'big moments' in sophomore season

What they're saying

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Henderson, a 6-foot-6 guard from Painted Post, averaged 3.8 points and shot 30.4 % from 3-point range in 28 games with one start last season as Siena reached the NCAA Tournament.
— Yahoo Sports

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