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Beat writers predict comfortable win over New Hampshire in season opener
In Adrian Autry's first regular season game at the helm, our beat writers predict dominance against New Hampshire. Read More »
NEW ERA: Basketball Guide 2023
The Daily Orange’s 2023 Basketball Guide previews a new era of Syracuse basketball with welcome signs of continuity too. Read More »
D.O. Sportscast: Men's basketball beat writers preview 2023-24 season
On this episode of the D.O. Sportscast, our men's basketball beat writers discuss their expectations for Adrian Autry's first season as head coach. Read More »
D.O. Sportscast: Women's basketball beat writers preview 2023-24 season
On this episode of the D.O. Sportscast, our women's basketball beat writers discuss the expectations for Felisha Legette-Jack's second season at the helm. Read More »
Beat writers predict Syracuse men’s basketball’s 2023-2024 season
The Daily Orange's 2023-24 men's basketball beat writers predict how the Orange will fare during Adrian Autry's first season at the helm. Read More »
Beat writers predict Syracuse women’s basketball’s 2023-2024 season
Heading into 2023-24, Legette-Jack’s vision appears more complete. Dyaisha Fair cemented herself as one of the top point guards in the country last season — averaging 19.9 points and earning a First Team All-ACC selection — and is back for her graduate year. Read More »
POLISHED: Competing for Team USA, Dyaisha Fair grew her defensive prowess
“It was a basketball die-hard experience.” Dyaisha Fair’s time playing 3x3 with Team USA allowed her to raise her skills and knowledge defensively heading into her final season at SU. Read More »
PROVE IT: Before year 2, Judah Mintz revamped his outside shot
Mintz returns to SU with a new head coach and a chance to increase his draft stock. In the summer, Mintz practiced at various camps and at his old high school to improve on his shooting deficiencies. Read More »
‘HOMETOWN HERO’: After 3 years away, J.J. Starling knew it was time to come home
J.J. Starling committed to Syracuse 24 hours after entering the transfer portal, spurred on by his close relationship with family and head coach Adrian Autry. Read More »
RED IS THE NEW ORANGE: Adrian Autry has big plans to transform SU basketball. He’s started right away.
Adrian Autry has been vocal about switching from a 2-3 zone to a man-to-man defense. He’s added four new transfers to help build Syracuse’s team depth and plans on implementing a faster pace of play during his first year in charge. Read More »
CHIPPING AWAY: Georgia Woolley proved herself in Australia to become a Division I star
“We just chipped away and chipped away.” Georgia Woolley developed her game in Australia before joining Felisha Legette-Jack’s University at Buffalo program in 2021. Now, she’s a top-scoring threat for the Orange. Read More »
FRESH FACE: Alyssa Latham looks to make same instant impact as she did in high school
Latham stepped into the Homewood-Flossmoor gym five years later as a lengthy, uncoordinated ninth grader. She wore two knee braces but flashed potential in open runs as an athletic shot blocker. Read More »
Observations from SU's exhibition against Saint Rose: Benny Williams suspended, Mintz makes 1st start
Benny Williams' absence gave way to strong minutes from Chris Bell and Justin Taylor, while Judah Mintz looked comfortable in his first start this season. Read More »
Benny Williams no longer suspended, returns to all team activities
Benny Williams is no longer suspended and will return to all team activities according to SU Athletics. Read More »
Observations from SU's exhibition win over The College of Saint Rose: Fair, newcomers lead the way
Syracuse defeated The College of Saint Rose 77-53 in an exhibition bout. Dyaisha Fair’s 20 points led the way, while freshmen Sophie Burrows and Alyssa Latham had impressive debuts. Read More »
Observations from SU’s exhibition over Daemen: New man-to-man look, J.J. Starling shines
On Friday, Autry’s tenure as head coach started and Syracuse cruised to a 81-68 win over Daemen. Though Mintz did not play due to a minor lower body injury suffered in practice, according to SU Athletics, the Orange looked comfortable from the jump. Read More »
Dyaisha Fair named to 2023-24 Preseason All-ACC Team
Dyaisha Fair was one of 10 players named to the 2023-2024 Preseason All-ACC Team and was named to the All-ACC First Team in her first year with the Orange last season. Read More »
Judah Mintz named to Preseason All-ACC 2nd Team
Mintz is SU's only player on the Preseason All-ACC second team and was named to the 2024 Bob Cousy Award Watch List earlier this week. Read More »
4-star wing Shy Hawkins commits to Syracuse’s 2024 class
Shy Hawkins, a four-star wing from Long Island, NY, has committed to Syracuse’s 2024 recruiting class. She’s the No. 72 ranked prospect in the class, according to espnW. Read More »
Syracuse guard Judah Mintz named to 2024 Bob Cousy Award Watch List
Syracuse guard Judah Mintz was named to the 2024 Bob Cousy Award Watch List on Monday. The annual award is given to the nation’s best collegiate point guard. Read More »
Rochester locals flock to 'Monroe Madness' for early glimpse at Autry era
Monroe Madness included a variety of skills competitions and intrasquad scrimmages to provide local Syracuse basketball fans, like Harris, a glimpse at both programs for the upcoming season. Read More »
Jim Boeheim reportedly finalizing agreement to join ESPN for upcoming college basketball season
College basketball insider Jon Rothstein reported that Jim Boeheim is finalizing an agreement to join ESPN for the 2023-24 season. Read More »
SU Athletics announces ‘Coach Jim Boeheim Day’ celebration
Syracuse Athletics announced Tuesday that it will honor former Hall of Fame coach Jim Boeheim when SU men’s basketball faces Notre Dame at the JMA Wireless Dome on Feb. 24. Read More »