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The Next Day: Should Adrian Autry make changes to the starting 5?

After Duke forced Syracuse starters Justin Taylor, Chris Bell and Naheem McLeod to be nonfactors, Adrian Autry may be forced to alter his traditional starting five. Read More »

January 3, 2024 at 6:20 pm


Despite 20-point defeat, Maliq Brown’s career-night promises consistency

Despite Syracuse's 20-point loss to Duke, sophomore forward Maliq Brown had a career night. Brown finished with 26 points on 11-for-16 shooting from the field. Read More »

January 3, 2024 at 2:46 am


Observations from SU’s 86-66 loss to Duke: 2nd half breakdown, Mark Mitchell’s career night

In search of clinching its first Quad 1 win since the 2020-21 season, Syracuse fell flat. An encouraging first-half performance, which saw the Orange trail just 35-33 at half, morphed drastically into an unsalvageable difference. Read More »

January 2, 2024 at 11:47 pm


Syracuse collapses in 2nd half during 86-66 loss to No. 14 Duke

No. 14 Duke's perfect 8-for-8 shooting performance from deep in the second half led it to an 86-66 win over Syracuse. Read More »

January 2, 2024 at 11:34 pm


SU’s Quadir Copeland earns ACC Player of the Week honors

Quadir Copeland, who scored a career-high 22 points against Pitt, has been named ACC Player of the Week. He’s SU’s first player to receive a weekly conference honor this season. Read More »

January 2, 2024 at 4:56 pm


Opponent preview: What to know about No. 16 Duke

Riding a five-game win streak, Syracuse faces No. 16 Duke in Durham Tuesday. The Orange have lost eight straight to the Blue Devils, including a 77-55 defeat in their last matchup. Read More »

January 1, 2024 at 3:51 pm


Beat writers split on whether Syracuse will upset No. 16 Duke at Cameron Indoor Stadium

Our beat writers are split on if Syracuse can upset No. 16 Duke at Cameron Indoor Stadium, which would snap an eight-game losing streak to the Blue Devils. Read More »

January 1, 2024 at 3:25 pm


Bench scores final 20 points for Syracuse in victory over Pittsburgh

“We don’t rely on five guys. We rely on eight, nine, 10 guys.” Syracuse's bench scored its final 20 points to seal a come-from-behind victory over Pittsburgh. Read More »

December 30, 2023 at 4:03 pm


Observations from SU's win over Pitt: Bench explosion, rebound battle

Syracuse’s bench, led by Benny Williams, Maliq Brown and Quadir Copeland, combined for a season-high 52 points in an 81-73 win over Pittsburgh. Read More »

December 30, 2023 at 2:45 pm


2nd-half run lifts Syracuse to 81-73 comeback win over Pitt

The Orange outscored Pitt 51-35 in the second half en route to their first conference win of the season. Read More »

December 30, 2023 at 2:40 pm


Beat writers predict Syracuse will defeat Pittsburgh for 1st ACC win

Syracuse looks to win its first ACC game of the season against Pittsburgh on Saturday at home. Our beat writers predict the Orange will defeat the Panthers. Read More »

December 29, 2023 at 7:30 pm


Opponent preview: What to know about 9-3 Pittsburgh

The Orange’s first conference game of the year was an 84-62 blowout defeat on the road against Virginia. But they look to get their first ACC win against old rival Pittsburgh at the JMA Wireless Dome tomorrow. Read More »

December 29, 2023 at 3:48 pm


Brown, Copeland continue strong performances off the bench against Niagara

Maliq Brown notched his second career double-double while Quadir Copeland matched a career-high eight assists in a win over Niagara. Read More »

December 21, 2023 at 9:21 pm


Observations from SU’s win over Niagara: More bench production, ball hawks

Maliq Brown and Quadir Copeland scored in double-figures while the Orange had eight steals in an 83-71 win over the Purple Eagles. Read More »

December 21, 2023 at 7:31 pm


40-point performance from SU's bench spurs 83-71 victory over Niagara

Syracuse featured four players in double-digit scoring and received a 40-point contribution from its bench to cruise to an 83-71 win over Niagara. Read More »

December 21, 2023 at 7:25 pm


Opponent Preview: What to know about Niagara

In its final nonconference game of 2023-24, Syracuse takes on Niagara, which KenPom ranks as the No. 325 team in the nation. Read More »

December 20, 2023 at 9:13 pm


Beat writers predict comfortable SU win over Niagara in final nonconference matchup

Our beat writers agree that Syracuse will handily defeat Niagara in its final nonconference game of the season and earn a season-high fourth straight victory. Read More »

December 20, 2023 at 8:36 pm


Syracuse, Oregon combine for 38 turnovers in sloppy, 1-sided game

The Orange and the Ducks haven’t recorded 19 turnovers in a game in nearly two years, but both combined for 38 in Syracuse's sloppy 83-63 win. Read More »

December 17, 2023 at 4:59 pm


Observations from Syracuse’s win over Oregon: Slow start, Winning rebound battle

The Orange overcame a 10-point deficit in the first half and won the rebounding battle 36-31. Read More »

December 17, 2023 at 3:37 pm


Syracuse’s bench sparks a blowout 83-63 win over Oregon

Syracuse's bench, led by Quadir Copeland, Kyle Cuffe Jr. and Maliq Brown, scored 44 of Syracuse's points in its 83-63 victory over Oregon. Read More »

December 17, 2023 at 3:31 pm


Beat writers split on whether Syracuse will defeat Oregon in Sioux Falls

With Syracuse riding a two-game win streak and Oregon winning its last three, our beat writers are split on whose streak will continue in Sioux Falls, SD. Read More »

December 13, 2023 at 9:52 pm


Opponent preview: What to know about Oregon

In 2018, Syracuse and Oregon played at Madison Square Garden in the 2K Empire Classic in its only matchup against each other. On Sunday, they face for the second time. Read More »

December 13, 2023 at 9:12 pm


Quadir Copeland’s career-high 14 points against Georgetown proves he’s much more than a 'glue guy'

“Go home early if you feel like it.” Quadir Copeland’s career-high 14 points on 6-for-7 shooting played a pivotal role in Syracuse’s 80-68 victory over Georgetown. Read More »

December 9, 2023 at 4:55 pm


Observations from SU’s 80-68 win over Georgetown: Starling’s season-high, swarming defense

J.J. Starling tacked on a season-high 21 in Syracuse’s dominant 80-68 win over Georgetown. Read More »

December 9, 2023 at 2:01 pm