Miami Hurricanes Triumph Over Syracuse Orange
In an exciting ACC showdown on Saturday, the Miami Hurricanes topped the Syracuse Orange with an 85-76 victory at the Carrier Dome in Syracuse, New York.
Key Performers
Malik Reneau was the standout for Miami, recording a double-double with 20 points and 11 rebounds. His impressive performance included shooting 66.7% from the field, going 8-for-12, and also contributing with five assists, which tied him with Tre Donaldson for the team’s highest.
Donaldson and Shelton Henderson were also key contributors, each scoring 16 points and helping the Hurricanes improve their season record to 16-4, including a 5-2 mark in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). This win was crucial for Miami, as it marked the end of a two-game losing streak following an undefeated start to their conference games.
Game Highlights
From the onset, Miami set the tone for the game, launching into a commanding 9-0 lead that allowed them to establish a double-digit advantage early on. Although Syracuse managed to narrow the gap and head into halftime trailing 41-36, the second half saw Miami regain control, maintaining their lead throughout.
Tru Washington added to Miami’s strong offensive showing by scoring 14 points on a 46% shooting performance. The Hurricanes showcased their shooting prowess during the game, hitting 61% of their attempts from the floor and an impressive 54% from three-point range, with 20 of their 33 field goals coming via assists. Miami leads the ACC in field-goal percentage and ranks third in assists per game, demonstrating their cohesive offensive strategies.
Syracuse’s Performance
For Syracuse, Donnie Freeman was their leading scorer with 14 points, while Kiyan Anthony and Naithan George each contributed 13 points. The Orange managed a respectable 49% shooting from the field but struggled from beyond the arc, making only 29%.
Looking Ahead
Looking ahead, the Hurricanes will return to action on Wednesday when they host Stanford, whereas Syracuse will travel to face NC State on Tuesday.
