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Syracuse Orange Triumph at JMA Wireless Dome Over New Hampshire Wildcats

The Syracuse Orange emerged victorious with an 83-72 scoreline against the New Hampshire Wildcats. The home team's season record now stands at a commendable 1-0, while the visitors have fallen to 0-1.


Nov 6, 2023; Syracuse, New York, USA; Syracuse Orange forward Chris Bell (4) drives to the basket against the defense of New Hampshire Wildcats forward Trey Woodyard (33) during the second half at the JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports

In a display of offensive efficiency, the Syracuse Orange dominated the paint with 46 points, outmatching their opponents who managed only 32 points in this crucial area. The home team's shooting was more accurate from within the arc, hitting half of their two-point attempts compared to the Wildcats' 46 percent conversion rate.


The Orange also excelled at drawing fouls and capitalizing on them, making an impressive 81 percent of their free throws. This sharpshooting contributed significantly to their eleven-point margin of victory over the Wildcats who made just under 74 percent from the charity stripe.


Nov 6, 2023; Syracuse, New York, USA; Syracuse Orange guard Judah Mintz (3) shoots the ball as New Hampshire Wildcats forward Clarence Daniels (left) defends during the second half at the JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports

Defensively, Syracuse showcased its prowess by amassing a total of thirteen steals throughout the game which played a pivotal role in disrupting New Hampshire's offense. Additionally, they blocked two shots and limited their turnovers to eleven compared to sixteen by New Hampshire.


The rebounding battle was won by Syracuse as well with forty-seven boards including thirty-three defensive rebounds which helped limit second-chance opportunities for New Hampshire. In contrast, despite pulling down forty-one rebounds themselves, only twelve were on the offensive glass for New Hampshire.


Nov 6, 2023; Syracuse, New York, USA; Syracuse Orange guard Judah Mintz (3) controls the ball as New Hampshire Wildcats forward Jaxson Baker (3) defends during the second half at the JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports

From beyond the arc both teams struggled; however, it was Syracuse that managed slightly better numbers making five three-pointers at a rate of nearly twenty-four percent while holding New Hampshire to eight successful shots from downtown at twenty-six percent accuracy.


Syracuse fans witnessed an energetic fast break performance as well with twenty-two fast break points signaling an aggressive transition game that kept pressure on New Hampshire throughout both halves.


Looking ahead after this solid performance at home in JMA Wireless Dome before an enthusiastic crowd of nineteen thousand one hundred thirty spectators; fans can anticipate another exciting matchup when Syracuse hosts Canisius Golden Griffins on November nine o'clock PM Eastern Time. This upcoming contest will be available for viewing via ACC Network Extra online broadcast network ensuring supporters won't miss any action from JMA Wireless Dome located in Syracuse NY where these two teams will face off next.

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