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The Final Word: Beat writers discuss Syracuse’s opening win in the NCAA Tournament

Gabrielle Cooper (No. 11) had 13 points in 32 minutes.
Gabrielle Cooper (No. 11) had 13 points in 32 minutes. Max Freund | Staff Photographer

In the first round of the NCAA tournament, Syracuse struggled in the first quarter, down a point to No. 14 seed Fordham. The Orange hadn’t played in two weeks since losing in the ACC tournament. But behind an offensive surge, lead by a near triple double by Tiana Mangakahia, Syracuse dominated the rest of the game en route to a 70-49 win.

Here’s what our beat writers had to say about Syracuse’s first round win.

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