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Syracuse allows season-low 55 points in win over Georgia Tech

Syracuse allowed a season-low 55 points in its win over Georgia Tech, 24.7 points below its season average entering Tuesday's contest. Read More »

January 8, 2025 at 12:42 am


Observations from SU’s win over GT: Block party, Lampkin’s 2nd half

Eddie Lampkin Jr. registered his fourth double-double of the season, scoring 10 points and 12 rebounds to help Syracuse to its first ACC victory this year. More observations from the Orange's 62-55 win over Georgia Tech. Read More »

January 7, 2025 at 9:26 pm


Syracuse defeats Georgia Tech 62-55 for 1st ACC win

Syracuse defeated Georgia Tech 62-55 Tuesday for its first ACC win of the year. J.J. Starling led the way with 21 points in 37 minutes. Read More »

January 7, 2025 at 9:22 pm


Beat writers split if Syracuse will beat Georgia Tech

Syracuse takes on Georgia Tech Tuesday looking for its first ACC win of the season. Our beat writers are split on whether SU will win its first conference game and snap a two-game losing streak against the Yellow Jackets. Read More »

January 6, 2025 at 11:01 pm


Opponent Preview: Everything to know about Georgia Tech

Syracuse has begun ACC play 0-3, but Georgia Tech is 2-2, winning its last 2 games. Here's everything to know about GT before it plays SU. Read More »

January 6, 2025 at 5:31 pm


Chris Bell drops team-high 18 points vs. FSU in 1st game off bench

Left out of the starting lineup for the 1st time in his Syracuse career, forward Chris Bell notched a team-high 18 points in SU's loss to FSU. Read More »

January 4, 2025 at 10:52 pm


Observations from SU’s loss to FSU: Bell’s 3-point revival, 2nd-half collapse

After trailing by 2 at halftime, SU let Florida State start the 2nd half on a 10-5 run. More observations from SU’s 90-74 loss to FSU. Read More »

January 4, 2025 at 8:30 pm


SU suffers 90-74 loss to Florida State, remains winless in ACC

Despite J.J. Starling’s return from a seven-game absence, Syracuse suffered a 90-74 loss to Florida State. The Orange remain winless in ACC play. Read More »

January 4, 2025 at 8:24 pm


Previewing Syracuse's road matchup vs. Florida State

After an 0-2 start to conference play, Syracuse looks to win its first ACC matchup of the year against Florida State. FSU guard Jamir Watkins averages the second-most points per game in the ACC. Read More »

January 4, 2025 at 12:04 am


Beat writers agree Syracuse will fall to Florida State

Following SU’s loss to Wake Forest Tuesday, our beat writers agree the Orange will fall on the road to Florida State and remain under .500. Read More »

January 3, 2025 at 7:09 pm


Kyle Cuffe Jr., Lucas Taylor each play 36 minutes in loss to WF

Kyle Cuffe Jr. and Lucas Taylor each logged 36 minutes in SU's loss to Wake Forest, notching respective season-highs with 14 and 16 points. Read More »

December 31, 2024 at 7:14 pm


Syracuse drops 2nd ACC game with 81-71 loss to Wake Forest

Syracuse shot a season-low 37.5% from the field in its loss to Wake Forest, remaining winless against Power Five teams this season. Read More »

December 31, 2024 at 4:44 pm


Observations from SU’s loss to Wake Forest: Minute distribution, WF’s 3s

Wake Forest hit 9-of-19 3s while Elijah Moore and Chris Bell didn’t play in the 2nd half. Here are observations from SU’s 81-71 loss to WF. Read More »

December 31, 2024 at 4:43 pm


Beat writers split on if Syracuse defeats Wake Forest

As Syracuse returns to ACC play against Wake Forest, our beat writers are split on whether the Orange will defeat the Demon Deacons and move above .500 on the season. Read More »

December 30, 2024 at 5:00 pm


Previewing SU's matchup against Wake Forest

For its 2nd ACC game, Syracuse plays Wake Forest at home. The Demon Deacons are led by Hunter Sallis, who averages 17.8 points per game. Read More »

December 30, 2024 at 4:27 pm


Season-high 21 turnovers hinder Syracuse despite defeating Bucknell

“They’ve gotta understand they’ve gotta take care of the basketball a bit more.” Despite defeating Bucknell 75-63, Syracuse coughed up 21 turnovers, keeping the game close down the stretch. Read More »

December 28, 2024 at 7:09 pm


Observations from SU’s win over Bucknell: Frontcourt dominance, Taylor's shooting

Eddie Lampkin Jr. and Donnie Freeman both posted double-doubles, while Syracuse’s defense forced 17 turnovers in its 75-63 win over Bucknell. More observations from SU’s victory over the Bison. Read More »

December 28, 2024 at 4:31 pm


Syracuse defeats Bucknell 75-63 in nonconference finale

Syracuse closed out its nonconference schedule with a 75-63 victory over Bucknell at the JMA Wireless Dome on Saturday. Read More »

December 28, 2024 at 4:26 pm


Previewing Syracuse's final nonconference matchup vs. Bucknell

Syracuse faces Bucknell in its last nonconference game of the season Saturday. The Bison have lost their last 6 games dating back to Nov. 21. Read More »

December 27, 2024 at 6:22 pm


Girshon: Under Autry, SU is furthest it's been from the ‘Orange Standard’

Our columnist writes Syracuse is the furthest it’s been from the “Orange Standard” since Adrian Autry took over for Jim Boeheim. Read More »

December 21, 2024 at 9:26 pm


Syracuse routed 87-60 by Maryland in Gotham Classic, falls under .500 mark

Syracuse suffered its largest loss of the season to Maryland at the Gotham Classic in Brooklyn. The Orange trailed by as much as 37, falling 87-60 to drop below .500. Read More »

December 21, 2024 at 2:04 pm


Observations from SU’s loss to Maryland: Sloppy start, turnovers galore

Syracuse turned the ball over a season-high 21 times and trailed by 26 points at halftime. Read More »

December 21, 2024 at 1:59 pm


Opponent Preview: What to know about Maryland

Maryland leads the nation in scoring margin, notching 87.1 points per game while allowing only 60.7. SU faces UMD in the Gotham Classic. Read More »

December 20, 2024 at 2:07 pm


Beat writers agree Syracuse drops Gotham Classic to Maryland

After falling to Georgetown a week ago, Syracuse faces Maryland in the Gotham Classic. Our beat writers agree the Orange will lose by double digits to the Terrapins. Read More »

December 20, 2024 at 2:04 pm