Syracuse Hosts SMU in ACC Opener

The SMU Mustangs are set to face the Syracuse Orange in their first Atlantic Coast Conference matchup of the season, after SMU's recent loss to California. SMU currently holds a record of 1-2 in conference play, while Syracuse seeks its first ACC victory with a 0-3 record. The Mustangs lead the ACC in offensive rebounds, averaging 13.6 per game, with Jessica Peterson contributing significantly. Both teams have struggled with shooting percentages, with SMU at 39.8% from the field and Syracuse allowing 42.3%. The matchup follows a series of losses for Syracuse, including defeats against ranked opponents, as they aim to improve their performance at home, where they are currently 4-4. Nya Robertson is a key player for SMU, scoring an average of 20.3 points per game, while Georgia Woolley leads Syracuse with 14.9 points per game.