What's Happening?
The Syracuse Orange secured a 71-63 victory over Saint Joseph's, maintaining their perfect home record for the season. William Kyle III led Syracuse with a double-double, contributing 12 points and 10 rebounds. The Orange's strong performance in the paint, supported by Nate Kingz and Tyler Betsey, who scored 14 and 16 points respectively, was pivotal in their win. Despite Saint Joseph's efforts, including 18 points from Deuce Jones, the Hawks struggled with free throws and three-point shooting, ultimately falling short.
Why It's Important?
Syracuse's victory underscores their dominance at home and highlights their potential as a formidable team in the current season. Maintaining a perfect home record boosts team confidence and can be a significant advantage in securing
a favorable position in the conference standings. For Saint Joseph's, the loss points to areas needing improvement, particularly in free-throw and three-point shooting, which are critical for success in close games.
What's Next?
Syracuse will look to continue their winning streak as they prepare to face Hofstra on December 13. The team will aim to build on their current momentum and address any weaknesses observed in recent games. Saint Joseph's will return home to take on Delaware State on December 18, focusing on improving their shooting accuracy and converting more opportunities to enhance their performance in future matchups.
