Writer: Cooper Andrews
Gerry McNamara says Syracuse will thrive in college basketball’s NIL era
Gerry McNamara feels Syracuse can thrive in college basketball’s modern era with him at the helm. Read More »
10 moments preceding Gerry McNamara’s hiring as Syracuse head coach
Before becoming Syracuse's head coach, Gerry McNamara was a star point guard for the Orange. The Daily Orange recounts the moments that led to his SU return. Read More »
Bryan Blair talks working with SU Chancellor-elect Haynie at intro presser
Incoming Syracuse Director of Athletics Bryan Blair discussed his excitement to work with Chancellor-elect Mike Haynie at his introductory press conference Thursday. Read More »
4 things to know about Bryan Blair, Syracuse’s reported AD target
Syracuse is reportedly zeroing in on Toledo AD Bryan Blair as its next director of athletics. Here are four key things to know about Blair’s background. Read More »
Syracuse fires Adrian Autry after 3 seasons, 0 NCAA Tournament appearances
In his three seasons in charge of the Orange, Autry recorded zero NCAA Tournament appearances. SU now begins its search for a new head coach to revive the program. Read More »
TRUE TO HIMSELF: It’s time for Naithan George to remind Syracuse fans why he’s here
Naithan George has stayed true to his pass-first roots this season, demonstrated by his high-ranking ACC assist average. Read More »
Against Louisville, Syracuse played best when desperate — the story of its season
Syracuse played solid in a few spurts during its 77-62 loss to Louisville, but those moments came while it was in desperation mode. Read More »
Syracuse thumped 77-62 by Louisville in 4th consecutive defeat
Syracuse fell on the road to Louisville Tuesday night, allowing 14 3-point makes from the Cardinals in a 77-62 loss. Read More »
What to know before Syracuse battles Louisville amid 3-game skid
Syracuse is amid its third three-game losing streak, but its next opponent, Louisville, has lost three of its last four. Read More »
HR complaint alleges Heather Lyke contributed to ‘culture of intimidation’ at SU
Heather Lyke, special advisor to John Wildhack and a candidate for director of athletics, had a human resources complaint filed against her in December 2025. Read More »
Autry doesn’t think Syracuse is tough: ‘That’s been a challenge all year’
Adrian Autry tore into his team after Syracuse’s loss to Wake Forest, saying he doesn’t think the Orange are “tough." Read More »
Observations from SU’s loss to Wake Forest: White’s spark, epic collapse
Syracuse freshman Sadiq White scored 12 points in 12 minutes off the bench and recorded two big dunks in the Orange’s 88-83 loss at Wake Forest Saturday. Read More »
INHERITED EXPECTATIONS: Adrian Autry, Hubert Davis strive to meet legendary predecessors’ standard
Adrian Autry and Hubert Davis each followed legendary head coaches. Both deal with pressure to live up to their predecessors. Read More »
Kiyan Anthony blocked out the noise — then he played his best ball
Kiyan Anthony was benched two games ago against Virginia. He responded emphatically Saturday, propelling Syracuse’s comeback win over SMU. Read More »
Observations from Syracuse’s win over SMU: Kiyan balls out, size mismatch
Kiyan Anthony dropped 13 points off the bench in a crucial bounce-back performance to aid Syracuse’s comeback against SMU. Our beat writer has more observations on the Orange’s 79-78 win over the Mustangs. Read More »
Former Syracuse lacrosse player expelled after Title IX investigation
Former Syracuse men’s lacrosse player Chrishawn Hunter was expelled from the university after an SU Title IX investigation found evidence that he engaged in dating and domestic violence. Read More »
How much has Syracuse’s new-look roster improved from last season?
Syracuse men’s basketball has made only marginal improvement since last season. SU was 225th in 3-point percentage last year, and it’s moved just to 202nd this season. Our beat writer compares this season’s squad to last season’s. Read More »
‘Defense was not the issue’: SU improves against UVA, but only in 1 area
“We’re trying to figure out the right ingredients. And I thought today our defense was really good.” Adrian Autry expressed that Syracuse’s defense is trending in the right direction despite its loss to No. 18 Virginia. Read More »
Adrian Autry sits Kiyan Anthony vs. Virginia: ‘That was my decision’
“That was my decision I made today.” Adrian Autry sat Kiyan Anthony for the entirety of Syracuse’s loss to No. 18 Virginia. SU’s head coach doubled down that it was his choice not to play the freshman guard. Read More »
Observations from SU’s loss to Virginia: George catches fire, Kiyan benched
Naithan George caught fire against Virginia, tallying a team-high 19 points on 8-for-9 shooting. But it wasn’t enough, as Syracuse fell to UVA 72-59. Our beat writer has more observations from the Orange’s loss in Charlottesville. Read More »
Andrews: Loss to UNC is another painful reminder of how far Syracuse has fallen
Column: Syracuse showed fight in its comeback try Monday night despite losing to No. 14 North Carolina. Merely giving an effort should not be the bar for SU’s program, but nowadays, it sadly is, our beat writer argues. Read More »
Donnie Freeman drops 23, but No. 14 UNC beats Syracuse 87-77
Donnie Freeman dropped 23 points in Chapel Hill Monday night, but it hardly mattered, as Syracuse fell to No. 14 North Carolina 87-77. The Orange have lost five of their last six games. Read More »
Adrian Autry benched his best player to get out of a rut. It worked.
“‘I’m with it. Let’s go out and be victorious.’” Adrian Autry told Donnie Freeman a few days ago he wouldn’t start against Notre Dame. With its star forward on the bench, Syracuse still delivered a complete performance. Read More »
Kingz, Starling combine for 49 as Syracuse beats Notre Dame 86-72
Nate Kingz (28 points) and J.J. Starling (21 points) carried Syracuse to an 86-72 home victory over Notre Dame Saturday night, snapping the Orange’s four-game losing streak. Read More »