Orange Lose To No. 19 Pitt, Road Stand Ends

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Post on Oct 25, 2024

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Orange Fall to No. 19 Pitt, Road Stand Concludes with a Loss

The Syracuse Orange men's basketball team suffered a tough loss on the road, falling to the No. 19 ranked Pittsburgh Panthers, 71-68, on Wednesday night. The defeat ended Syracuse's three-game road winning streak and dropped their overall record to 14-13, 7-9 in the ACC.

A Tight Contest Until the End

The game was a close battle throughout, with neither team able to gain a significant lead. Syracuse led by as many as nine points in the first half, but Pitt battled back to tie the game at halftime. The second half saw the lead change hands several times before the Panthers pulled away late.

Key Moments:

• Second-Half Run: Pitt went on a 13-4 run midway through the second half to turn a 50-47 deficit into a 60-54 lead.
• Late Push: Syracuse made a late push, cutting the Pitt lead to 3 points with just over a minute remaining. However, they were unable to complete the comeback.

Syracuse Struggles from the Field

The Orange shot just 40% from the field, including a disappointing 3-for-15 performance from three-point range. The lack of offensive efficiency was a key factor in the loss. Pitt, on the other hand, shot 52% from the field and 40% from three-point range.

Strong Individual Performances

Despite the loss, Syracuse had some bright spots on the individual level. Guard Judah Mintz led the Orange with 21 points, including 12 in the second half. Forward Jesse Edwards added 16 points and 11 rebounds for his 12th double-double of the season.

Looking Ahead

The loss is a setback for Syracuse, but they still have an opportunity to make a strong push for a spot in the NCAA Tournament. Their next game is at home against Notre Dame on Saturday, a crucial game as they look to build momentum for the final stretch of the season.

The Orange will need to improve their shooting efficiency and rebounding if they want to be successful in the coming weeks. They will also need to find a way to slow down the Panthers' offense, which was clicking on all cylinders in Wednesday's game.