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Beat writers predict SU will snap 2-game skid against UAlbany

Syracuse returns to the JMA Wireless Dome to face UAlbany following back-to-back road losses to Tennessee and Notre Dame. Our beat writers agree the Orange will snap their two-game losing streak. Read More »

December 9, 2024 at 9:41 pm


Previewing Syracuse’s matchup against UAlbany

After opening Atlantic Coast Conference play with a 69-64 loss to Notre Dame, Syracuse returns to the Dome Tuesday against Albany. Read More »

December 9, 2024 at 8:50 pm


Shooting struggles hinder Syracuse through 4-4 start

Syracuse has struggled from 3 eight games into its season. The Orange currently rank 352nd in the country with a 26% 3-point percentage. Read More »

December 9, 2024 at 8:41 pm


16-point 3rd-quarter advantage propels Notre Dame over SU

"We came out the third quarter and just reached like crazy.” Syracuse was outscored 29-13 in the third quarter against No. 10 Notre Dame, leading to its lopsided loss. Read More »

December 8, 2024 at 4:27 pm


Observations from SU’s loss to ND: Alexander’s jersey retirement, 3rd-quarter scoring

Syracuse wasn't able to contain ND's Hannah Hidalgo, who tallied 24 points in SU's 93-62 ACC opener loss to No. 10 Notre Dame. Read More »

December 8, 2024 at 2:14 pm


Syracuse routed 93-62 by No. 10 Notre Dame in ACC opener

Syracuse fell 93-62 to No. 10 Notre Dame in its Atlantic Coast Conference opener after collapsing in the second half. Read More »

December 8, 2024 at 2:03 pm


Donnie Freeman, Jyáre Davis dominate in SU’s loss to Notre Dame

“I thought Donnie and Jyáre had it going, and we stuck with that.” Donnie Freeman and Jyáre Davis combined for 40 points in Syracuse’s loss to Notre Dame. Read More »

December 7, 2024 at 6:01 pm


Observations from SU’s loss to Notre Dame: Guard shuffle, 3-point woes

Syracuse struggled to contain Notre Dame’s Braeden Shrewsberry, who scored a career-high 25 points, leading the Fighting Irish to a win. Read More »

December 7, 2024 at 2:24 pm


Syracuse drops ACC opener to Notre Dame 69-64

Syracuse fell 69-64 to Notre Dame in its ACC opener Saturday. SU was shutout from beyond the arc for the first time since 2014, going 0-for-9. Read More »

December 7, 2024 at 2:20 pm


Previewing Syracuse’s ACC opener vs. Notre Dame

Coming off 2 ugly losses, Syracuse faces Notre Dame in its ACC opener. Here's everything about the Fighting Irish before SU hosts them Sunday. Read More »

December 7, 2024 at 11:52 am


Former SU guard Brittney Sykes added to USA 3x3 AmeriCup team

Syracuse alumna Brittney Sykes was selected for USA Basketball’s 3x3 AmeriCup roster, the team announced Thursday. Read More »

December 6, 2024 at 4:44 pm


Kayla Alexander's jersey retirement honors trailblazing career

“I’ll still be trying to process it.” Kayla Alexander’s jersey will be retired at halftime of SU’s game Sunday. Colleagues of Alexander say her prolific career transformed Syracuse's program. Read More »

December 5, 2024 at 12:27 am


Beat writers agree Syracuse will lose ACC opener to Notre Dame

Following its blowout loss to No. 3 Tennessee, Syracuse opens up ACC play against Notre Dame Saturday in South Bend. Read More »

December 4, 2024 at 11:50 pm


2nd-half struggles plague Syracuse in 57-45 loss to Texas A&M

Syracuse fell 57-45 to Texas A&M in the SEC/ACC Challenge. SU was outscored 33-19 in the 2nd half, leading to its lowest point total of 2024. Read More »

December 4, 2024 at 9:27 pm


Guard disparity hurts Syracuse in crushing loss to Tennessee

Syracuse’s guards struggled without J.J. Starling in its loss to Tennessee. Besides Elijah Moore’s 24 points, SU’s guards combined for nine. Read More »

December 4, 2024 at 12:08 am


Tennessee demolishes Syracuse 96-70 in SEC/ACC Challenge

“This is not Syracuse basketball.” Syracuse suffered its third Quad 1 loss this year, allowing a season-high 96 points in a blowout loss to No. 3 Tennessee in the SEC/ACC Challenge. Read More »

December 3, 2024 at 9:48 pm


Observations from SU’s blowout loss to Tennessee: Starling’s absence, 2nd-half struggles

With J.J. Starling out due to a hand injury, Elijah Moore scored a career-high 24 points. But the rest of SU's guards tallied just nine. Read More »

December 3, 2024 at 9:47 pm


Previewing Syracuse's SEC/ACC matchup with Texas A&M

SU faces Texas A&M in the SEC/ACC Challenge Wednesday. Our beat writer has everything to know about their 1st matchup since 2018. Read More »

December 3, 2024 at 8:54 pm


Izabel Varejão excels as SU’s starting center in 6th college season

Izabel Varejão battled multiple injuries across her college career. SU’s starting center is now averaging career highs in points and rebounds. Read More »

December 3, 2024 at 8:40 pm


J.J. Starling out indefinitely with broken left hand

Syracuse guard J.J. Starling is out indefinitely with a broken left hand, Voice of the Orange Matt Park revealed on X. Read More »

December 3, 2024 at 3:43 pm


Beat writers agree Syracuse drops SEC/ACC Challenge to Tennessee

Our beat writers unanimously agree that Syracuse will fall to undefeated No. 3 Tennessee in its first road game. Read More »

December 2, 2024 at 11:12 pm


Previewing Syracuse’s matchup against No. 3 Tennessee

After bouncing back from Legends Classic losses to Texas and Texas Tech with a win over Cornell Wednesday, Syracuse faces No. 3 Tennessee for its first road contest. Read More »

December 2, 2024 at 9:42 pm


Donnie Freeman earns ACC Co-Rookie of the Week honors

Syracuse forward Donnie Freeman earned ACC Co-Rookie of the Week honors after a career-high 23 points and 12 rebounds vs. Cornell. Read More »

December 2, 2024 at 4:30 pm


Izabel Varejão’s paint presence propels SU past Yale

Izabel Varejão’s first career double-double pushed Syracuse past Yale. Read More »

December 1, 2024 at 4:27 pm