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Writer: Michael McCleary

Syracuse comes up short in 97-88 loss to Duke

After winning five straight games, the Orange have now lost two in a row. Read More »

February 1, 2020 at 10:43 pm


Childhood shooting contest made Joe Girard III NCAA’s 2nd-best foul shooter

Ever since he was 10-years-old, Joe Girard III has been proficient from the free-throw line. Read More »

January 29, 2020 at 11:30 pm


Opponent preview: What to know about Clemson

Clemson defeated Duke earlier this season, but faces a Syracuse team on a five-game winning streak. Read More »

January 27, 2020 at 11:57 pm


McCleary: Kobe Bryant inspired a generation. I thought those people lived forever.

Kobe Bryant inspired a generation, and his death on Sunday has shaken the basketball community. Read More »

January 27, 2020 at 11:01 pm


Syracuse's zone defense holds Pitt to under 40% shooting in 69-61 win

By forcing Pittsburgh to shoot from the outside, Syracuse took the Panthers out of their comfort zone Read More »

January 25, 2020 at 4:22 pm


3 takeaways from Syracuse's 69-61 win over Pittsburgh

Three takeaways from Syracuse's 69-61 win over Pittsburgh in the Carrier Dome Read More »

January 25, 2020 at 2:16 pm


Parents, coaches relive best games Elijah Hughes has ever played

SU fans have watched Elijah Hughes emerge as a star at SU this year. The Daily Orange relives some of the best performances he’s ever had. Read More »

January 22, 2020 at 9:53 pm


Syracuse escapes with 84-82 win over Notre Dame

Joe Girard III's late free throws sealed a 84-82 victory and SU's fourth-straight win. Read More »

January 22, 2020 at 9:11 pm


On off night for Elijah Hughes, Buddy Boeheim emerged as SU's star

Buddy Boeheim sunk five of Syracuse's six 3-pointers, and SU needed every one of them. Read More »

January 18, 2020 at 5:07 pm


3 takeaways from Syracuse's 71-69 win at Virginia Tech

Bourama Sidibe's struggles, Buddy Boeheim on a roll, and more from Syracuse's 71-69 win over Virginia Tech. Read More »

January 18, 2020 at 2:07 pm


Opponent preview: What to know about Virginia Tech

Virginia Tech is on a three-game winning streak, one that started when it defeated Syracuse in the Carrier Dome on Jan. 7. Read More »

January 17, 2020 at 5:26 pm


Quincy Guerrier increases playing time by being more ‘aware'

Guerrier's pre-game routine starts three hours before tip-off, and the freshman spends 45 of those minutes shooting. Read More »

January 12, 2020 at 10:33 pm


Syracuse upsets No. 18 Virginia, 63-55, with OT scoring outburst

Syracuse scored 20 points in overtime to surge past No. 18 Virginia. Read More »

January 11, 2020 at 6:32 pm


Syracuse's reliance on Elijah Hughes evident in loss to Virginia Tech

In a rare inconsistent performance from Elijah Hughes, Syracuse’s offensive futility was too much for him to overcome. Read More »

January 8, 2020 at 1:49 am


Superlatives from Syracuse's 67-63 loss to Virginia Tech

Syracuse's conference loss further damages their resume and tournament hopes. Read More »

January 7, 2020 at 11:27 pm


Opponent preview: What to know about Virginia Tech

Everything you need to know about Virginia Tech, Syracuse's second opponent of 2020. Read More »

January 7, 2020 at 11:40 am


In game of runs, late layup and free throws lift Notre Dame over Syracuse, 88-87

Prentiss Hubb, after picking up a technical that sparked a Joe Girard III run, sunk two free throws to seal the Fighting Irish's win. Read More »

January 4, 2020 at 6:28 pm


Jim Boeheim wanted Marek Dolezaj to ‘make plays,’ now he’s emerging at the right time for SU

Marek Dolezaj has been among SU’s most consistent players recently and the Orange's only hope on the inside. Read More »

December 26, 2019 at 7:42 pm


Opponent preview: What to know about North Florida

Everything you need to know about North Florida, Syracuse's upcoming opponent. Read More »

December 20, 2019 at 8:51 pm


Syracuse's inconsistency erases momentum in 89-79 loss to rival Georgetown

The Orange’s failure to string multiple parts of a play together led to another crushing loss. Read More »

December 14, 2019 at 3:20 pm


Bourama Sidibe’s fouling an issue for Syracuse as its rotation thins

Sidibe’s tendency to foul guarding out of position has contributed to an Atlantic Coast Conference-worst 6.1 fouls per 40 minutes. Read More »

December 7, 2019 at 10:05 am


Opponent preview: What to know about Georgia Tech

Learn about the Yellow Jackets before Saturday’s matchup at 12 p.m. in Atlanta, Georgia. Read More »

December 6, 2019 at 1:49 pm


Syracuse loses control of transition game in 85-64 loss to Penn State

Offensive miscues halted Syracuse possessions and allowed Penn State to control the game's tempo in transition. Read More »

November 29, 2019 at 11:47 pm


3 takeaways from Syracuse's 85-64 loss to Penn State in NIT Season Tip-Off

Syracuse never led against the Nittany Lions, despite clawing back from an early 15-point deficit. Read More »

November 29, 2019 at 9:22 pm