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Beat writers unanimously predict Syracuse to defeat Miami

Nick Alvarez, Michael McCleary and Josh Schafer all think that the Orange will end the regular season on a two-game winning streak. Read More »

March 7, 2020 at 8:12 am


Syracuse finds relief with improved shot blocking in conference play

SU, led by a quartet of shot-blockers, have 50 more swats than its opponents this season. Read More »

March 4, 2020 at 11:15 pm


Behind the scenes of 2 former Syracuse basketball stars' talk show

The Shackleford-Bouie Syracuse basketball braintrust has grown “Orange Appeel” from its initial viewership of roughly 25 live viewers to nearly 1,400. Read More »

March 4, 2020 at 10:47 pm


The Final Word: Syracuse beats Boston College 84-71

Behind Elijah Hughes' 28 points and Buddy Boeheim's 21 points, the Orange beat Boston College to win their third in the last four games. Read More »

March 3, 2020 at 11:27 pm


Syracuse weathers 19 Boston College 3-pointers in 84-71 win

Boston College attempted 42 deep balls Tuesday night. Read More »

March 3, 2020 at 11:13 pm


Bourama Sidibe boosts production by limiting fouls

Bourama Sidibe has remained focused through fouls in recent games and it’s led to the best stretch of his career. Read More »

March 3, 2020 at 9:47 pm


3 takeaways from Syracuse's 84-71 win over Boston College

The Orange will finish their season at Miami on Saturday. Read More »

March 3, 2020 at 9:11 pm


Isolation scoring leads Syracuse past Boston College, 84-71

Syracuse only recorded eight assists, but Elijah Hughes and Buddy Boeheim's one-on-one scoring put the Orange over the top in Chestnut Hill. Read More »

March 3, 2020 at 9:10 pm


Beat writers predict win at Boston College

A win would secure 10 ACC 2019-20 victories for SU. Read More »

March 3, 2020 at 12:51 pm


Opponent preview: What to know about Boston College

Syracuse heads to Chestnut Hill for the regular season finale. Here's the scouting report on the Eagles. Read More »

March 2, 2020 at 8:37 pm


UNC takes advantage of SU's defensive shift with season-high 11 3s

When Syracuse shifted the top of its zone defense higher, UNC guards made the Orange pay. Read More »

February 29, 2020 at 8:20 pm


Behind Cole Anthony's 25 points, North Carolina blows past SU, 92-79

Cole Anthony scored 25 points for the Tar Heels, who, despite 17 losses this season, shot past the Orange on Saturday. Read More »

February 29, 2020 at 6:22 pm


3 takeaways from Syracuse's 92-79 loss to North Carolina

Bourama Sidibe's playing his best basketball of the season and more takeaways from Syracuse's 92-79 loss to North Carolina. Read More »

February 29, 2020 at 6:14 pm


Beat writers unanimously predict Syracuse win over UNC

Nick Alvarez, Michael McCleary and Josh Schafer all agree that Syracuse will win its third-straight game on Saturday. Read More »

February 29, 2020 at 11:29 am


Opponent preview: What to know about North Carolina

Everything you need to know about UNC, Syracuse's last opponent in the Carrier Dome before renovations. Read More »

February 28, 2020 at 1:29 pm


‘Way too young’: Howard Washington shifted perspective by publicizing stroke

In the months after going public about his stroke on Feb. 26, Howard Washington began to hear stories a lot like his own. Read More »

February 26, 2020 at 10:49 pm


Alex Acevedo flourishes after transferring to Syracuse two years ago

Acevedo batted .258 in her first year for the Orange. Read More »

February 26, 2020 at 10:41 pm


Even after 72-46 win over Pittsburgh, SU isn't thinking about the future

Syracuse's big win over Pittsburgh doesn't do much for their NCAA Tournament chances. Read More »

February 26, 2020 at 9:07 pm


Justin Champagnie leads Pitt in scoring and rebounding as a freshman

Justin Champagnie’s dream school was Syracuse. He and the Panthers play the Orange in Pittsburgh on Wednesday night. Read More »

February 26, 2020 at 1:42 am


Opponent preview: What to know about the Pittsburgh Panthers

The Panthers have lost their previous four games. Read More »

February 26, 2020 at 12:37 am


Former Henninger coach Erik Saroney’s rebuilt OCC program reaping success

In just four years with the Lazers, Saroney’s already accumulated 94 wins and four conference championships. Read More »

February 26, 2020 at 12:23 am


Beat writers have no doubt for Syracuse-Pittsburgh game

The D.O.'s men's basketball beat writers predict Syracuse to handle Pittsburgh on the road. Read More »

February 26, 2020 at 12:21 am


Syracuse's offense used to rely on the 3-pointer. Here's why it's stopped.

Syracuse has shot over 30% from beyond the arc just three times in its last 10 games. Read More »

February 26, 2020 at 12:01 am


'It may not look like much': Bourama Sidibe keys SU win over Georgia Tech

Bourama Sidibe's 10 rebounds, six points and three steals helped key Syracuse's second-half comeback against the Yellow Jackets. Read More »

February 22, 2020 at 9:02 pm