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Opponent preview: What to know about NC State before 2nd game against SU

Syracuse scraped by NC State earlier this season. Here’s what you need to know before the two teams meet again. Read More »

February 8, 2021 at 9:06 pm

Beat writers unsure if Syracuse can defeat North Carolina State

After its blowout loss to Clemson last Saturday, our beat writers are unsure if Syracuse can defeat North Carolina State tonight. Read More »

February 8, 2021 at 8:22 pm

Even with Sidibe’s return, Syracuse suffocated on the boards by Clemson

Syracuse’s worst offensive performance of the season was defined by 25 rebounds in the entire 40 minutes. Read More »

February 6, 2021 at 7:16 pm

3 takeaways from Syracuse's 78-61 loss to Clemson

Clemson limits Syracuse to 19 points and just three field goals in the first half of the Orange’s 17-point loss. Read More »

February 6, 2021 at 4:21 pm

Syracuse scores just 3 1st-half field goals in crushing 78-61 loss to Clemson

The Orange fell flat and shot 30% from the field against a Clemson team that entered Saturday's game with only two wins in its last six games. Read More »

February 6, 2021 at 4:18 pm

Beat writers unanimously predict Syracuse win over Clemson

Clemson has lost four of its last six games. Our beat writers agree that Syracuse will win in South Carolina on Saturday afternoon. Read More »

February 5, 2021 at 7:45 pm

Opponent preview: What to know about Clemson

Syracuse faces Clemson on Feb. 6 after Thursday's game against Louisville was postponed due to COVID-19 protocol. Read More »

February 5, 2021 at 2:42 pm

How Clyde Trapp became ‘that guy’ at Clemson

Clyde Trapp went from "basically a nobody" to a Division I recruit in high school. Now, the budding young talent is a regular starter for Clemson basketball Read More »

February 4, 2021 at 8:57 am

Louisville-Syracuse game postponed after positive Cardinal COVID-19 test

The Orange have now had five games postponed due to COVID-19 this season. Read More »

February 3, 2021 at 9:29 am

Beat writers undecided if Syracuse can defeat Louisville

Our beat writers are split on the result of Syracuse-Louisville in the Carrier Dome on Wednesday. Read More »

February 2, 2021 at 2:38 pm

Film review: Syracuse’s 2nd half provides blueprint for defensive improvement

Our beat writer analyzes Syracuse's defensive strategy in a film review of Sunday evening's game against NC State. Read More »

February 1, 2021 at 11:22 pm

Kadary Richmond helps SU escape with 76-73 win over shorthanded NC State

Kadary Richmond provided an offensive spark that helped keep the game under control in the first half against North Carolina State. Read More »

January 31, 2021 at 10:56 pm

SU storms back to beat ACC foe NC State 76-73 after double-digit deficit

Against an NC State team without its two leading scorers, Syracuse scraped by with a 76-73 win by tightening the 2-3 zone and relying on an interior-based offense. Read More »

January 31, 2021 at 8:36 pm

3 takeaways from Syracuse's slim victory over North Carolina State

Syracuse gave up 47 first-half points to North Carolina State before coming back in the second half for a 76-73 win. Read More »

January 31, 2021 at 8:28 pm

Beat writers unanimously predict Syracuse to beat NC State

Our beat writers all agreed that Syracuse will beat NC State on Sunday in the Carrier Dome. The Wolfpack are without their leading scorer, Devon Daniels. Read More »

January 30, 2021 at 6:01 pm

Opponent preview: What to know about North Carolina State

Syracuse most recently lost to No. 8 Virginia in Charlottesville on Monday, days after knocking off No. 16 Virginia Tech Read More »

January 30, 2021 at 5:52 pm

Former SU basketball coach Bernie Fine sued for alleged sexual assault

The lawsuit, filed in Onondaga County Supreme Court on Jan. 12, also names the city of Syracuse and Onondaga County as defendants, accusing them of negligent behavior that allowed Fine to repeatedly abuse the plaintiff. Read More »

January 27, 2021 at 9:28 pm

Buddy Boeheim struggles with 9 points, 5 turnovers in loss to Virginia

Buddy Boeheim struggled to find a rhythm after shooting 12.5% from beyond the arc and committing five turnovers against Virginia. Read More »

January 25, 2021 at 11:53 pm

No. 8 Virginia crushes Syracuse's zone in 81-58 win

Syracuse failed to extend its two-game win streak as the Orange lost 81-58 in Charlottesville against the No. 8 Cavaliers. Read More »

January 25, 2021 at 9:05 pm

3 takeaways from Syracuse's blowout loss against No. 8 Virginia

No. 8 Virginia shot 14-for-31 from 3 against Syracuse, with Sam Hauser hitting seven total shots from behind the arc. Read More »

January 25, 2021 at 9:02 pm

Opponent preview: What to know about No. 8 Virginia

The Orange have a chance to pick up consecutive wins against ranked opponents on Monday when Syracuse visits Virginia in Charlottesville. Read More »

January 24, 2021 at 5:27 pm

Beat writers predict SU’s winning streak to end against No. 8 Virginia

The Orange defeated Virginia Tech on Saturday to win their first game against a ranked opponent during the 2020-21 season. Read More »

January 24, 2021 at 5:26 pm

SU’s defense, led by Griffin's 7 blocks, steers upset win over Virginia Tech

An improved defense and Alan Griffin’s seven blocks keyed Syracuse’s win over Virginia Tech. Read More »

January 23, 2021 at 5:01 pm

Syracuse beats down No. 16 Virginia Tech in 78-60 upset win

Syracuse upset No. 16 Virginia Tech in the Carrier Dome for its first win of the season over a ranked opponent. Read More »

January 23, 2021 at 2:15 pm