UConn defeats Syracuse 72-52 in exhibition
UConn’s men’s basketball team won a 72-52 exhibition game against Syracuse at Mohegan Sun Arena, giving Syracuse’s new coach Gerry McNamara his first televised debut.
Key points
- UConn won 72-52 over Syracuse in an exhibition at Mohegan Sun Arena.
- Na’jai Hines scored 17 points and grabbed eight rebounds for UConn.
- Syracuse’s first game under head coach Gerry McNamara was televised.
- Freshmen Colben Landrew and Junior County contributed to UConn’s win.
- Syracuse was picked to finish in the bottom half of the ACC for the season.
The University of Connecticut men's basketball team defeated Syracuse University 72-52 in an exhibition game held at Mohegan Sun Arena on Tuesday. The contest marked the first televised debut for the Syracuse Orange under head coach Gerry McNamara.
UConn Performance
Na’jai Hines led the Huskies with 17 points and eight rebounds, making a strong impression on the UConn crowd. The team surged in the second half to secure the victory. Freshmen Colben Landrew and Junior County also made significant impacts, contributing to UConn's 20-point win.
Syracuse Context
Syracace basketball players discussed expectations for the season prior to the game. The Orange are in their first season under head coach Gerry McNamara. The team was picked to finish in the bottom half of the ACC. McNamara brought junior guard Gavin Doty, a native of Fulton, N.Y., along with sophomore forward Francis Folefac and senior players to the roster.
The exhibition game was part of Syracuse's preseason schedule. The result provided the program with material for analysis following the loss.
Your questions, answered
What was the score of the UConn vs. Syracuse exhibition game?
UConn defeated Syracuse 72-52.
Who was the head coach for Syracuse during the game?
Gerry McNamara was the head coach for Syracuse.
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