Skip to content

Tag: ncaa tournament

Center Jesse Edwards shows glimpse of what's to come in loss to Houston

Jesse Edwards has been used sparingly all season, but against Houston, he showed what Syracuse's future at center may look like. Read More »

March 28, 2021 at 3:19 am

3 takeaways from Syracuse's season-ending NCAA Tournament loss to Houston

Syracuse's offense was stifled in the Sweet 16 against Houston, scoring just 20 points in the first half, and Buddy Boeheim shot just 3-of-13. Read More »

March 28, 2021 at 12:33 am

Buddy Boeheim’s miraculous run ends in Sweet 16 with 62-46 loss to Houston

Syracuse trailed by 10 at halftime in the Sweet 16, and despite pulling within three points, the Orange couldn't extend their improbable NCAA Tournament run. Read More »

March 28, 2021 at 12:28 am

Recap: No. 11 Syracuse's March Madness run ends against No. 2 Houston

Our men's basketball beat writer Anthony Dabbundo will be providing game updates and analysis of Syracuse's Sweet 16 matchup. Read More »

March 27, 2021 at 8:29 pm

Beat writer Q&A: Houston Chronicle's Joseph Duarte previews SU-Houston

The Houston Chronicle's Joseph Duarte talked to The Daily Orange ahead of SU's matchup with Houston in the Sweet 16. Read More »

March 27, 2021 at 1:00 pm

No. 11 Syracuse defied odds again. So how far can the Orange go?

On this episode of The D.O. Sportscast, we discuss Syracuse's chances of advancing in the NCAA Tournament. Read More »

March 25, 2021 at 5:09 pm

Joe Girard’s postseason improvements fly under radar in Syracuse backcourt

In crucial moments during the NCAA Tournament, Joe Girard III has shined for the Orange in their upset wins. Read More »

March 24, 2021 at 11:59 pm

Jesse Edwards still isn’t ready to become SU’s starting center, but he’s almost there

This season, Jesse Edwards hasn’t established himself as Syracuse’s future at center, but he’s on his way to becoming a staple in the coming seasons. Read More »

March 24, 2021 at 11:55 pm

Beat writers disagree about whether SU will beat Houston

The Orange used 25 points from Buddy Boeheim and 12 from three others to build an early double-digit lead to advance to the Sweet 16 to face Houston. Read More »

March 24, 2021 at 11:39 pm

The NBA buzz around Buddy Boeheim’s superstar March

The Daily Orange talked to people close to the NBA Draft about Buddy Boeheim's draft stock after impressive March Madness run. Read More »

March 24, 2021 at 11:18 pm

Report card: Grading SU women’s basketball season after loss to No. 1 UConn

Syracuse was bounced from the NCAA Tournament in the second round after a 36-point loss to the Huskies on Tuesday night. Read More »

March 24, 2021 at 10:48 pm

10 fun facts about No. 2 Houston before it faces No. 11 Syracuse

No. 6 seed Syracuse faces No. 2 seed Houston in the Sweet 16. Here are 10 fun facts about the Cougars. Read More »

March 24, 2021 at 10:22 pm

Film review: How a healthy DeJon Jarreau facilitates Houston’s offense

DeJon Jarreau has been injured the past few weeks, but his return to Houston's lineup could be key in its game against Syracuse. Read More »

March 24, 2021 at 2:05 pm

In season of defensive inconsistency, Paige Bueckers exposed SU's flaws

Paige Bueckers had an average day against Syracuse. It was enough to expose the Orange’s up-and-down zone defense. Read More »

March 24, 2021 at 2:18 am

SU's season ends in NCAA Tournament 2nd round with blowout loss to UConn

Syracuse played close with Connecticut in the first quarter, but the Huskies pulled away in the second half as they adjusted to SU's defense. Read More »

March 23, 2021 at 11:19 pm

3 takeaways from Syracuse's NCAA Tournament loss to No. 1 UConn

Syracuse was bounced by No. 1 seed UConn in the 2016 and 2017 NCAA Tournaments. Against the Huskies on Tuesday, the end result was the same. Read More »

March 23, 2021 at 11:14 pm

Opponent preview: Everything you need to know about No. 2 Houston

Houston and Syracuse have only met one time in their histories, with Syracuse beating the Cougars in 1982 in the Carrier Dome. Read More »

March 23, 2021 at 7:34 pm

Opponent preview: An in-depth look at No. 1 UConn before it plays SU

Syracuse will play No. 1 UConn on Tuesday night in San Antonio in the second round of the NCAA Tournament. Read More »

March 22, 2021 at 11:50 pm

With depleted roster, SU relies on Djaldi-Tabdi and Finklea-Guity

Quentin Hillsman said he plans to use a bigger lineup featuring Maeva Djaldi-Tabdi and Amaya Finklea-Guity against No. 1 UConn in the NCAA Tournament. Read More »

March 22, 2021 at 11:08 pm

Emerman: Deep March runs make SU's average regular seasons worth it

Syracuse hasn't been ranked in the AP Top 10 since 2014, but Jim Boeheim has coached the Orange to three Sweet 16s and a Final Four since. Read More »

March 22, 2021 at 2:09 pm

Girard ignites SU offense with 4 early 3-pointers against West Virginia

Girard recorded six rebounds for the third consecutive game and seven assists for the second on Sunday, the first and second time he’s produced those numbers in his Syracuse career, respectively. Read More »

March 22, 2021 at 1:36 am

Marek Dolezaj overcomes foul trouble to help send Syracuse to Sweet 16

Except for two turnovers and one charge, Marek Dolezaj played 38 mistake-free minutes in Syracuse’s win over West Virginia to advance to the Sweet 16. Read More »

March 21, 2021 at 11:03 pm

Over 100 people gather at Castle Court after SU NCAA Tournament wins

The group shouted in celebration as cars passing by honked their horns before the Syracuse Police Department dispatched officers to nearby streets. Read More »

March 21, 2021 at 10:16 pm

Syracuse defeats South Dakota State 72-55 to advance to round of 32

Syracuse used a 22-7 fourth-quarter run to prevent history from repeating against South Dakota State. Read More »

March 21, 2021 at 8:11 pm