Tag: basketball
The Final Word: Syracuse survives with 75-73 win over Wake Forest
Listen to beat writers Josh Schafer and Nick Alvarez break down Syracuse's 75-73 win over Wake Forest. Read More »
Even with 75-73 win, Syracuse knows it needs to play smarter
Many of Syracuse's fouls were ill-advised, but the Orange survived their foul trouble with a 75-73 win. Read More »
Brycen Goodine's game-winning putback lifts Syracuse over Wake Forest, 75-73
The Orange had three players foul out, but Goodine — who hadn't scored since Jan. 22 against Notre Dame — scored off an Elijah Hughes miss for the win. Read More »
3 takeaways from Syracuse's 75-73 win over Wake Forest
3 takeaways from Syracuse's thrilling 75-73 win over Wake Forest in the Carrier Dome. Read More »
Beat writers unanimously predict Syracuse victory against Wake Forest
Nick Alvarez, Michael McCleary and Josh Schafer think that Syracuse will snap a two-game losing streak when it faces the Demon Deacons. Read More »
Opponent preview: What to know about the Demon Deacons
After two consecutive conference losses, Syracuse hosts Wake Forest on Saturday night at 8 p.m. Read More »
SU players liked his food. Now, Michael Brooks is pursuing his dream.
Brooks has cooked for Elijah Hughes, Maeva Djaldi-Tabdi, Tommy DeVito and several other SU athletes. Read More »
Buddy Boeheim’s ball-handling adds much-needed dimension to SU's offense
Buddy’s attempted more 2-pointers (72) in 11 conference games than he did in his entire freshman season (56). He’s tried to become a more well-rounded player in his sophomore campaign. Read More »
D.O. Sportscast: Breaking down remainder of Syracuse's basketball season
Our men's and women's basketball writers discuss Syracuse's NCAA Tournament hopes and break down the Orange's most recent performance on this week's edition of The D.O. Sportscast. Read More »
Student Association to host Black History Month celebrations
This year’s celebrations, which will take place throughout February, will include events about LGBTQ and disability inclusion within the Black community. Read More »
‘Cool Kids’ claim top spot at Otto’s Army campout before Syracuse-Duke game
Four freshmen joined approximately 40 other students in what has become a tradition before this year's Syracuse-Duke game. Read More »
Gallery: Syracuse falls 97-88 to No. 9 Duke
Check out some of the best photos from the Orange's loss to the Blue Devils on Saturday night. Read More »
The Final Word: Duke 97, Syracuse 88
The Daily Orange's men's basketball beat writers break down Syracuse's loss to Duke in the Carrier Dome. Read More »
Despite missed opportunities, Syracuse offense pivots well in loss to No. 9 Duke
Syracuse scored 38 points in the paint and made just six 3-pointers against the Blue Devils. Read More »
3 takeaways from Syracuse's 97-88 loss to Duke
Over 31,000 packed into the Carrier Dome to watch Duke defeat the Orange. Read More »
Syracuse comes up short in 97-88 loss to Duke
After winning five straight games, the Orange have now lost two in a row. Read More »
Opponent preview: What to know about Duke
A second top-20 opponent visits the Carrier Dome this season, with SU needing a win to continue its NCAA Tournament hopes. Read More »
Childhood shooting contest made Joe Girard III NCAA’s 2nd-best foul shooter
Ever since he was 10-years-old, Joe Girard III has been proficient from the free-throw line. Read More »
The defensive shifts behind Syracuse’s resurgence in ACC play
Syracuse's five wins over the last six games have been keyed by stronger 2-3 zone defense. Read More »
Beat writers split on outcome of Syracuse-Duke
Nick Alvarez, Michael McCleary and Josh Schafer predict whether the Orange will win for the sixth time in their last seven games. Read More »
Fast reactions from Syracuse's 71-70 loss to Clemson
Buddy Boeheim and Elijah Hughes combined for more than half of the Orange's points against Clemson. Read More »
Opponent preview: What to know about Clemson
Clemson defeated Duke earlier this season, but faces a Syracuse team on a five-game winning streak. Read More »
Beat writers predict Syracuse to keep winning streak alive against Clemson
The Orange enter South Carolina coming off five straight wins. Here’s what our beat reporters think will happen against Clemson. Read More »