What was the final score of the Syracuse vs. SMU ACC Tournament game?

Syracuse lost to SMU with a final score of 86-69.

What were Syracuse's main struggles during the game against SMU?

Syracuse struggled with their 3-point shooting percentage and defensive rebounding, allowing SMU many second-chance points.

Who were the top scorers for SMU in their victory over Syracuse?

SMU's top scorers were Boopie Miller with 25 points and Jaron Pierre Jr. with 21 points, with all five SMU starters scoring in double figures.

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Mustangs Crush Syracuse in ACC First Round

11 Mar

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Summary

Syracuse lost 86-69 after a 28-8 SMU run.
The Orange struggled with 3-point shooting and rebounding.
SMU's five starters scored in double figures.

Mustangs Crush Syracuse in ACC First Round

The Syracuse Orange concluded their season with a 86-69 defeat against the SMU Mustangs in the ACC Tournament first round on Tuesday. The game was characterized by Syracuse's season-long struggles, including poor 3-point shooting and an inability to control the boards. SMU capitalized on 19 offensive rebounds, converting them into 25 second-chance points.

The Mustangs built a significant lead in the second half with a 28-8 run, which featured a 13-point scoring outburst that Syracuse could not overcome. SMU's balanced offense saw all five starters achieve double-digit scoring, led by Boopie Miller's 25 points and Jaron Pierre Jr.'s 21 points, both hitting five 3-pointers. Syracuse's top scorer, Nate Kingz, had 25 points, and Tyler Betsey contributed 14 points, but it wasn't enough to counter SMU's performance. The season ended with Syracuse holding a 15-17 record.

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