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 »
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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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
Strong guard play lifts Syracuse to 80-68 win at Georgetown
J.J. Starling hit all three of his 3-point attempts to rebound from a 4-for-12 shooting performance against Cornell and help Syracuse beat Georgetown. Read more »
Opponent Preview: Everything to know about Georgetown before 99th all-time meeting
Georgetown’s 39 percent shooting clip from 3 ranks second-best in the Big East, only behind No. 10 ranked Creighton. More on the Hoyas before their 99th all-time matchup with SU Saturday. Read more »
How Chris Bell became consistent scoring option for Syracuse this season
Chris Bell, whose minutes have increased from 20.1 per game in 2022-23 to 29.1 this season, has seen more production in his sophomore campaign, averaging 14 points per game and shooting just under 40% from the field. Read more »
Beat writers agree that Syracuse will defeat Georgetown
In the first matchup between Adrian Autry and Ed Cooley, our writers expect the Orange to come out on top at Capital One Arena. Read more »
PAINT THE TOWN ORANGE: Adrian Autry’s history in D.C. area shaped SU’s recruiting pipeline in the region
Through his ties to the DMV basketball community, Adrian Autry has recruited multiple big time players to Syracuse from the area. Read more »
STILL GROWING: Naheem McLeod, SU's tallest player ever, is stretching into his new role
Naheem McLeod is the tallest player in Syracuse basketball history. He's trying to be more than just an inside presence for this year's team. Read more »
'VICTORY LAP': Syracuse, Georgetown’s last Big East Tournament matchup was a classic final chapter
In the final matchup as conference foes, Syracuse defeated Georgetown 58-55 in overtime of the 2013 Big East Tournament semifinals. The overtime classic was a culmination of a historic 30-year rivalry. Read more »
Judah Mintz’s 5 3-pointers marks a career-high. It's been long overdue.
“It’s nothing new for us.” Judah Mintz’s career-high five 3-pointers fueled Syracuse’s 81-70 victory over Cornell. His teammates weren't surprised. Read more »
Syracuse defeats Cornell for 43rd-straight time behind 13 3-pointers
Syracuse (6-3, 0-1 Atlantic Coast Conference) led by as much as 14 in the second half, but Cornell (7-2, 0-0 Ivy League) trickled back into the game and put a scare on the Orange. Read more »
