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Gallery: Syracuse men’s basketball beats Pittsburgh, 77-66

Andrew White went 4-for-8 from 3-point range for 21 points to lead Syracuse.
Andrew White went 4-for-8 from 3-point range for 21 points to lead Syracuse. Jacob Greenfeld | Asst. Photo Editor
From the start, Syracuse had plenty to celebrate in its double-digit victory on Saturday.
From the start, Syracuse had plenty to celebrate in its double-digit victory on Saturday. Jacob Greenfeld | Asst. Photo Editor
An effective offense weaved through Pitt's man-to-man defense, allowing Syracuse to shoot over 50 percent from the field in the win.
An effective offense weaved through Pitt's man-to-man defense, allowing Syracuse to shoot over 50 percent from the field in the win. Jacob Greenfeld | Asst. Photo Editor
Syracuse sophomore forward Tyler Lydon had two blocks.
Syracuse sophomore forward Tyler Lydon had two blocks. Jacob Greenfeld | Asst. Photo Editor
White looks to get into the lane.
White looks to get into the lane. Jacob Greenfeld | Asst. Photo Editor
Lydon slams one as the Carrier Dome crowd erupts early in the game.
Lydon slams one as the Carrier Dome crowd erupts early in the game. Jacob Greenfeld | Asst. Photo Editor
Pittsburgh's top threat, Jamel Artis, couldn't get much going into it was too late. He finished with a game-high 23 points but committed four turnovers and stalled Pitt's offense at times in the first half.
Pittsburgh's top threat, Jamel Artis, couldn't get much going into it was too late. He finished with a game-high 23 points but committed four turnovers and stalled Pitt's offense at times in the first half. Jacob Greenfeld | Asst. Photo Editor
The Orange blocked nine shots and grabbed seven steals collectively.
The Orange blocked nine shots and grabbed seven steals collectively. Jacob Greenfeld | Asst. Photo Editor
Even though it avoided easy PIttsburgh put-backs, Syracuse was outrebounded.
Even though it avoided easy PIttsburgh put-backs, Syracuse was outrebounded. Jacob Greenfeld | Asst. Photo Editor
Fifth-year point guard John Gillon has scored 28 points in his last two games after scoring just nine in his previous two.
Fifth-year point guard John Gillon has scored 28 points in his last two games after scoring just nine in his previous two. Jacob Greenfeld | Asst. Photo Editor
Syracuse senior forward Tyler Roberson had 10 rebounds and six blocks. He didn't start the game, but he started the second half.
Syracuse senior forward Tyler Roberson had 10 rebounds and six blocks. He didn't start the game, but he started the second half. Jacob Greenfeld | Asst. Photo Editor
Gillon has thrived as the starting point guard after taking over for sophomore Frank Howard.
Gillon has thrived as the starting point guard after taking over for sophomore Frank Howard. Jacob Greenfeld | Asst. Photo Editor
Pitt managed 12 points off turnovers, yet it could not slow SU's offensive flow.
Pitt managed 12 points off turnovers, yet it could not slow SU's offensive flow. Jacob Greenfeld | Asst. Photo Editor
Tyus Battle pushed the ball up court. One of three SU players to play the whole game, he had 15 points.
Tyus Battle pushed the ball up court. One of three SU players to play the whole game, he had 15 points. Jacob Greenfeld | Asst. Photo Editor
A Syracuse defensive trap looks to force a turnover.
A Syracuse defensive trap looks to force a turnover. Jacob Greenfeld | Asst. Photo Editor
Battle drilled three 3-pointers.
Battle drilled three 3-pointers. Jacob Greenfeld | Asst. Photo Editor
Taurean Thompson started and went 2-for-3 from the field, but played only 10 minutes. His defense is holding him and SU back.
Taurean Thompson started and went 2-for-3 from the field, but played only 10 minutes. His defense is holding him and SU back. Jacob Greenfeld | Asst. Photo Editor
Gillon hit 6-of-12 3-pointers, running the Syracuse offense on all cylinders.
Gillon hit 6-of-12 3-pointers, running the Syracuse offense on all cylinders. Jacob Greenfeld | Asst. Photo Editor

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By Jacob Greenfeld Senior Staff Photographer

A 30-2 Syracuse (10-6, 2-1 Atlantic Coast) first half run propelled it to a 77-66 victory over Pittsburgh (12-4, 1-2) on Saturday afternoon in the Carrier Dome, ending a five-game Pitt winning streak against SU. The Orange hadn’t beaten the Panthers since Tyler Ennis’ game-winner almost three years ago, but a balanced offensive attack led SU to its second consecutive ACC victory. SU plays next at No. 21 Virginia Tech on Tuesday night in Blacksburg. Here are the best sights from Saturday’s Syracuse-Pitt rivalry matchup.

Published on January 8, 2017 at 11:47 pm

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