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Girshon: Syracuse’s embarrassing collapse vs. Pitt wasn’t surprising

Column: Syracuse led Pittsburgh 22-6 early in Tuesday's game before crumbling in the second half, leading to an embarrassing 80-69 loss. The Orange's collapse wasn't surprising in the slightest, our columnist writes. Read More »

February 19, 2025 at 1:37 am

Observations from SU’s defeat to Pitt: Early turnovers, 3s galore

Chris Bell took over against Pittsburgh with a season-high 23 points and seven made 3s, but Syracuse still fell to the Panthers 80-69. Here are more observations on the Orange's road loss. Read More »

February 18, 2025 at 9:25 pm

Syracuse crumbles in 2nd half en route to 80-69 loss to Pitt

Syracuse led Pittsburgh by as much as 16 points in the first half but was outscored by 18 in the second half, leading to an 80-69 loss. Read More »

February 18, 2025 at 9:19 pm

Freshman Madeline Potts emerges as 3-point threat after early enrollment

Syracuse guard Madeline Potts has made the most of her opportunities during her freshman campaign, scoring in double-digits versus Florida State and Clemson. Read More »

February 17, 2025 at 10:20 pm

Beat writers agree SU will fall to Pitt for 2nd time

Syracuse heads to Pittsburgh on Tuesday in hopes of splitting the season series against the Panthers. Our beat writers expect Pitt to win. Read More »

February 17, 2025 at 9:13 pm

Previewing Syracuse's 2nd contest against Pittsburgh

Pitt's deadly backcourt tandem of Jaland Lowe and Ishmael Leggett each average over 16 points per game, leading the Panthers. Here's more on Pitt ahead of Syracuse's 16th ACC game. Read More »

February 17, 2025 at 8:57 pm

Syracuse’s bench combines for 18 points despite loss to Cal

Led by Shy Hawkins’ eight points, Syracuse's bench produced 18 points against Cal on Sunday. Read More »

February 16, 2025 at 10:52 pm

Observations from SU’s loss to Cal: Bench boost, late Golden Bears' run

Syracuse guards Georgia Woolley and Sophie Burrows combined for 33 points against Cal, but its frontcourt struggled down the stretch in a 75-69 loss. Read More »

February 16, 2025 at 8:29 pm

Syracuse jeopardizes ACC Tournament spot with 75-69 loss to Cal

Syracuse fell 75-69 on the road to Cal. The loss puts SU in a precarious spot for ACC Tournament qualification. Read More »

February 16, 2025 at 8:24 pm

Ian Jackson’s team-high 23 points leads North Carolina past Syracuse

North Carolina freshman Ian Jackson broke out for a resurgent 23 points Saturday, knocking down five 3-pointers to lead the Tar Heels past Syracuse 88-82. Read More »

February 16, 2025 at 12:47 am

Previewing Syracuse’s road contest vs. Cal

After dropping the first game of its West Coast road trip to Stanford, Syracuse looks to bounce back against Cal Sunday. Read More »

February 15, 2025 at 10:01 pm

Observations from SU’s loss to UNC: 2-3 zone appears, late push falters

North Carolina was lethal from deep against Syracuse, as the Tar Heels hit 13 3s to help quell the Orange's 11-point second-half comeback. Read More »

February 15, 2025 at 8:38 pm

Syracuse drops 10th ACC game in 88-82 loss to North Carolina

Syracuse dropped its 10th ACC game of the season, falling 88-82 to North Carolina Saturday. The Orange now have just a two-game advantage in the win column over NC State to qualify for the final ACC Tournament spot. Read More »

February 15, 2025 at 8:36 pm

SU allows Stanford to shoot 45.5% from 3 in loss to Cardinal

Syracuse's 3-point defense was porous versus Stanford Thursday, allowing the Cardinal to shoot 10-of-22 (45.5%) from beyond the arc, leading to SU's 79-58 loss. Read More »

February 14, 2025 at 10:13 am

Observations from SU's loss to Stanford: Poor defense, stars quieted

After averaging 21.6 points across her last three games, Sophie Burrows was held to six points in Syracuse's 79-58 loss to Stanford on Thursday. Here are more observations from SU's ninth ACC loss. Read More »

February 14, 2025 at 12:04 am

Lopsided 1st half leads to SU’s 79-58 loss to Stanford

After coming back from a 12-point deficit against Wake Forest, Syracuse couldn’t repeat a comeback against Stanford Thursday. Read More »

February 14, 2025 at 12:01 am

Carmelo Anthony to join NBC as in-studio analyst

Carmelo Anthony is set to join NBC as an in-studio analyst when the network broadcasts NBA games next year, The Athletic reported Thursday. Read More »

February 13, 2025 at 1:21 pm

In The Paint: North Carolina

The Daily Orange has everything you need to know ahead of Syracuse’s matchup against North Carolina Saturday in the JMA Wireless Dome. Read More »

February 13, 2025 at 1:05 am

BASKETBALL WUNDERKIND: GM Alex Kline’s newest challenge is building SU a winning roster

Alex Kline is tasked with building Syracuse, which is about to miss its fourth-straight NCAA Tournament, a winning roster as its first GM. Read More »

February 13, 2025 at 12:08 am

HIS TEAM: J.J. Starling has evolved into Syracuse's No. 1 option in junior year

“It’s like when Superman goes into that telephone booth and changes.” J.J. Starling has established himself as Syracuse’s No. 1 option in his junior season, averaging a career-high 18.6 points per game. Read More »

February 13, 2025 at 12:07 am

‘PACKAGE DEAL’: Elijah Moore, Ian Jackson starred together in HS. Now, they're ACC foes.

Elijah Moore and Ian Jackson built a bond across their high school careers while becoming a top backcourt tandem in the nation. Read More »

February 13, 2025 at 12:07 am

Beat writers agree Syracuse will fall to UNC

Our beat writers don't expect Syracuse to bounce back from its loss to Miami hosting North Carolina on Saturday. Read More »

February 13, 2025 at 12:06 am

Previewing Syracuse's ACC clash with North Carolina

North Carolina was picked to finish second in the ACC’s Preseason Poll but has struggled to a 7-6 conference record. Read More »

February 13, 2025 at 12:04 am

Gallagher Driscoll leads his alma mater Bishop Ludden after storied career

“It's an honor and privilege to be the basketball coach at a wonderful place.” Following a stellar career at Bishop Ludden, Gallagher Driscoll returned to his alma mater to lead the Gaelic Knights as their head coach. Read More »

February 12, 2025 at 11:09 pm