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McCleary: Kobe Bryant inspired a generation. I thought those people lived forever.

Kobe Bryant inspired a generation, and his death on Sunday has shaken the basketball community. Read More »

January 27, 2020 at 11:01 pm


Joe Girard III’s physical training built him into a starting point guard

Joe Girard III has helped lead an offense that’s fourth in the ACC in offensive efficiency, per KenPom. Read More »

January 26, 2020 at 10:20 pm


Gallery: Syracuse defeats Pittsburgh, 69-61, for 5th-straight win

Syracuse's five-game winning streak in conference play is its longest since 2016-17. Read More »

January 25, 2020 at 6:01 pm


Syracuse's zone defense holds Pitt to under 40% shooting in 69-61 win

By forcing Pittsburgh to shoot from the outside, Syracuse took the Panthers out of their comfort zone Read More »

January 25, 2020 at 4:22 pm


Syracuse uses early 20-point lead to hold off Pittsburgh, 69-61

Even though Elijah Hughes didn't score in the opening half, the Orange still built a quick lead behind 18 points from Buddy Boeheim. Read More »

January 25, 2020 at 2:33 pm


3 takeaways from Syracuse's 69-61 win over Pittsburgh

Three takeaways from Syracuse's 69-61 win over Pittsburgh in the Carrier Dome Read More »

January 25, 2020 at 2:16 pm


The Final Word: Syracuse beats Notre Dame for 4th straight win

Listen to beat reporters Michael McCleary and Josh Schafer break down Syracuse's fourth straight victory. Read More »

January 23, 2020 at 12:35 am


Beat writers predict Saturday's Syracuse-Pittsburgh matchup in the Dome

Syracuse is riding a four-game winning streak into its matchup against Pittsburgh. Read More »

January 22, 2020 at 11:51 pm


What to know about Pittsburgh men's basketball

Everything you need to know about Pittsburgh as they face off against the Orange on Saturday in the Dome. Read More »

January 22, 2020 at 11:41 pm


In Notre Dame win, Bourama Sidibe flashes offensive potential with 12 points

Sidibe shot 6-for-6 from the field against the Fighting Irish, the fourth time this season he had a perfect shooting percentage. Read More »

January 22, 2020 at 11:00 pm


Jesse Edwards' role isn’t expanding as ACC play continues

Jesse Edwards hasn’t played in three games since sputtering against Boston College. Read More »

January 22, 2020 at 10:31 pm


Parents, coaches relive best games Elijah Hughes has ever played

SU fans have watched Elijah Hughes emerge as a star at SU this year. The Daily Orange relives some of the best performances he’s ever had. Read More »

January 22, 2020 at 9:53 pm


3 takeaways from Syracuse's 84-82 win against Notre Dame

Buddy Boeheim shot 0-for-5 from beyond the arc in the Orange's win, the first time this season he didn't make a 3-pointer. Read More »

January 22, 2020 at 9:12 pm


Syracuse escapes with 84-82 win over Notre Dame

Joe Girard III's late free throws sealed a 84-82 victory and SU's fourth-straight win. Read More »

January 22, 2020 at 9:11 pm


Beat writers split on whether Syracuse can keep winning streak alive

Syracuse has won three-straight ACC games since losing to Notre Dame and Virginia Tech in the Carrier Dome. Read More »

January 21, 2020 at 11:40 pm


How plays from Marek Dolezaj, Quincy Guerrier keep SU's offense running

While the guards do most of the scoring for the Orange, the opportunities that the forwards have are crucial to Syracuse’s success. Read More »

January 21, 2020 at 11:21 pm


TJ Gibbs got in shape, and now he's one of Notre Dame’s key players

In T.J. Gibbs’ sophomore season, his minutes more than doubled to 37.4 per game. Read More »

January 21, 2020 at 10:42 pm


What to know about Syracuse’s rematch with Notre Dame

The Orange travels to Notre Dame on Wednesday searching for its fourth consecutive ACC win. Read More »

January 21, 2020 at 10:27 pm


Buddy Boeheim wins co-ACC Player of the Week

Buddy Boheim is fifth in points per game in the ACC with 16.2. Read More »

January 20, 2020 at 9:05 pm


The Final Word: Beat writers break down Syracuse's 71-69 win over Virginia Tech

Josh Schafer and Michael McCleary discuss Syracuse's third-straight win in ACC play. Read More »

January 18, 2020 at 5:38 pm


On off night for Elijah Hughes, Buddy Boeheim emerged as SU's star

Buddy Boeheim sunk five of Syracuse's six 3-pointers, and SU needed every one of them. Read More »

January 18, 2020 at 5:07 pm


Gallery: Syracuse defeats Virginia Tech, 71-69

The Orange picked up their third-straight win and countered a loss to the Hokies less than two weeks ago. Read More »

January 18, 2020 at 4:35 pm


Syracuse survives Virginia Tech comeback, 71-69, for 3rd-straight win

Virginia Tech missed a late free throw to tie and an even later 3-pointer to win, and Syracuse avoided another collapse against the Hokies this season. Read More »

January 18, 2020 at 2:15 pm


3 takeaways from Syracuse's 71-69 win at Virginia Tech

Bourama Sidibe's struggles, Buddy Boeheim on a roll, and more from Syracuse's 71-69 win over Virginia Tech. Read More »

January 18, 2020 at 2:07 pm