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Syracuse Orange Primed for Showdown with North Carolina State at Capital One Arena

As the Syracuse Orange prepare to face off against the North Carolina State Wolfpack at Capital One Arena, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their strong performance from last season. The upcoming game, scheduled for March 13th, promises to be a thrilling encounter in Washington.


Jan 27, 2024; Syracuse, New York, USA; Former Syracuse Orange head coach Jim Boeheim (right) presents Dave Bing (left) with his Ring of Honor jacket during a ceremony at half time of the game against the North Carolina State Wolfpack at the JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports

Last season's analytics reveal that Syracuse had an impressive run. With a free throw and two-point percentage rounding up to a perfect hundred percent and true shooting also at its peak, it's clear that accuracy was not an issue for the team. Their average points per game stood at 74, showcasing their ability to score consistently.


The Orange also demonstrated solid defensive capabilities with an average of over five blocks and seven steals per game. This defensive prowess will be crucial in containing NC State's offense. However, ball control could be a point of emphasis as they averaged just over eleven turnovers per game.


Jan 27, 2024; Syracuse, New York, USA; Former Syracuse Orange great Dave Bing speaks during his Ring of Honor induction ceremony at half time of the against the North Carolina State Wolfpack at the JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports

Rebounding was another area where Syracuse excelled; pulling down over thirty-one rebounds per contest is no small feat and speaks volumes about their tenacity on the boards. Assists were distributed effectively too, with more than fourteen on average each game indicating good ball movement and teamwork.


With these statistics in mind, fans should expect Syracuse to leverage their shooting efficiency and defensive strengths while looking to improve ball security against NC State. The venue might play into this dynamic as well; playing at home could give the Orange the extra boost they need from their supporters.


Jan 27, 2024; Syracuse, New York, USA; Former Syracuse Orange head coach Jim Boeheim (right) presents Dave Bing (left) with his Ring of Honor jacket during a ceremony at half time of the game against the North Carolina State Wolfpack at the JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports

The match-up is set for March 13th at 7:00 PM Eastern Time at Capital One Arena in Washington D.C., USA. Fans can catch all the action live on ESPN2 as both teams vie for victory on this much-anticipated evening of college basketball excellence.

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