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Beat writers split on if Syracuse will beat Cal

After a nine-point loss to Stanford on Wednesday, Syracuse looks to get back in the win column against Cal Saturday. Read More »

January 31, 2025 at 9:43 pm


Previewing Syracuse's 2nd leg of West Coast trip vs. California

Syracuse has lost a season-most three straight games, following its most recent defeat to Stanford. SU looks to cap off its West Coast trip with a win when it faces Cal Saturday. Read More »

January 31, 2025 at 2:10 pm


Jaquan Carlos ties season-high with 16 points in loss to Stanford

Syracuse fell 70-61 to Stanford Wednesday night despite Jaquan Carlos tying his season-high with 16 points. Read More »

January 30, 2025 at 12:47 pm


Observations from SU’s loss to Stanford: Slow start, big-man discrepancy

Stanford was led by 7-foot-1 senior Maxime Raynaud registering 21 points and 15 rebounds in its 70-61 win over Syracuse. Read More »

January 30, 2025 at 1:22 am


Slow start hinders Syracuse in 70-61 loss to Stanford

Syracuse fell 70-61 to Stanford in the first-ever meeting between the two squads. The Orange trailed 17-0 to begin the game and were down by as much as 23 points nine minutes into the contest, leading to their seventh loss in ACC play. Read More »

January 30, 2025 at 1:13 am


Previewing Syracuse’s matchup vs. Stanford

Syracuse travels to Stanford for the first-ever meeting between the two programs. Read More »

January 28, 2025 at 9:16 pm


Beat writers agree Syracuse will fall to Stanford for 3rd straight loss

After a four-point home loss to Pitt on Saturday, Syracuse heads to the West Coast to face Stanford. Our beat writers agree the Orange will fall to the Cardinal to extend their losing streak to three and drop their ACC record to 3-7. Read More »

January 28, 2025 at 9:12 pm


Syracuse attempts season-high 32 3-pointers in loss to Pitt

Syracuse shot a season-high 32 3-pointers and tied its season-high with 11 makes from deep in its 77-73 to Pitt. Read More »

January 25, 2025 at 6:40 pm


Observations from SU’s defeat to Pitt: Starling’s absence, creating separation

Syracuse's J.J. Starling didn't play for the final 11 minutes of the first half against Pitt due to foul trouble, causing the Orange's offense to lack flow in his absence. Read More »

January 25, 2025 at 2:58 pm


Syracuse drops 6th ACC game in pivotal 77-73 loss to Pitt

Pitt's Jaland Lowe poured in 17 second-half points to hand Syracuse a 77-73 loss, pushing the Orange to 3-6 in ACC play. Read More »

January 25, 2025 at 2:46 pm


Beat writers agree Syracuse will lose 2nd-straight game to Pitt

Syracuse faces Pittsburgh Saturday, looking to avoid a two-game losing streak. Our beat writers agree this won't happen though, and SU will fall to 3-6 in ACC play. Read More »

January 24, 2025 at 9:59 pm


Jyáre Davis starred for his home state before arriving at Syracuse

Before using his final year of eligibility at Syracuse, Jyáre Davis starred for his hometown school, the University of Delaware. Read More »

January 23, 2025 at 12:38 am


Alumkal: In 'rebuild' season, Syracuse failed to capitalize on last year's success

Our columnist writes that Felisha Legette-Jack's failure to replenish SU's roster through the transfer portal is a lesson she must learn from. Read More »

January 23, 2025 at 12:21 am


Syracuse crushed by 14 turnovers in defeat to Clemson

Syracuse recorded 14 giveaways in its loss to Clemson, propelling the Tigers to a 19-point second-half lead they never surrendered. Read More »

January 23, 2025 at 12:02 am


Observations from SU’s loss to Clemson: 1st-half struggles, paint discrepancy

Despite J.J. Starling's 25 points, Syracuse fell down by 19 points at halftime and could never recover, leading to its fifth ACC loss. Read More »

January 22, 2025 at 9:09 pm


Syracuse outmatched in 86-72 loss to Clemson

Despite shooting 54% and hitting a season-high 11 3-pointers, SU dropped its seventh consecutive Quad 1 game in an 86-72 loss to Clemson. Read More »

January 22, 2025 at 9:07 pm


In expanded role, SU guard Kyle Cuffe Jr.'s made the most of his minutes

After limited playing opportunities earlier in Syracuse’s season, Kyle Cuffe Jr. has thrived in an expanded role. Read More »

January 21, 2025 at 11:12 pm



Opponent Preview: Everything to know about Clemson

Syracuse has played in seven road games against Clemson, winning just one of those contests all-time. Read More »

January 21, 2025 at 9:28 pm


Syracuse shuts down Markus Burton in 2nd half to stamp comeback win

Syracuse held Markus Burton to six points in the final 20 minutes after a 22-point first half, allowing it to come back from a 17-point deficit. Read More »

January 18, 2025 at 9:49 pm


Observations from SU’s win over ND: Late surge, Burton dominates

In the first half, Markus Burton torched Syracuse for 22 points. But, he and Notre Dame struggled late, leading to SU's comeback victory. Read More »

January 18, 2025 at 6:37 pm


Syracuse storms back from 17-point deficit to defeat Notre Dame 77-69

Syracuse trailed Notre Dame by as much as 17 points in the first half but made a furious comeback in the second to defeat the Fighting Irish 77-69. Read More »

January 18, 2025 at 6:36 pm


D.O. Sportscast: Beat writers analyze SU men's basketball's 8-9 start

This week on the D.O. Sportscast, men's basketball beat writers Justin Girshon, Aiden Stepansky and Zak Wolf discuss Syracuse's 8-9 start to the 2024-25 season. SU is 2-4 to start ACC play. Read More »

January 17, 2025 at 12:21 pm


Former Syracuse player Larry Loudis dies at 88

Former Syracuse men’s basketball player Larry Loudis died Wednesday at 88 years old, syracuse.com reported. Read More »

January 17, 2025 at 12:11 pm