Syracuse Falls 91-84 to Last-Place Miami

Syracuse's men's basketball team faced a must-win situation against last-place Miami but suffered a disappointing 91-84 defeat, marking a new low in their season under head coach Adrian Autry. Despite entering the game with a recent triple-overtime victory over Boston College, Syracuse has struggled to maintain consistency, now holding an 11-14 record and needing to secure wins for a shot at the ACC Tournament. Miami's Matthew Cleveland shone with a career-high 32 points, despite the team's ongoing issues, including the absence of star guard Nijel Pack. Both teams are looking to build momentum as the regular season nears its end, with Syracuse desperately needing wins to stay competitive in the ACC standings. This loss further complicates Syracuse's path to the tournament, while Miami aims to gain confidence after their tumultuous season. The matchup highlighted both teams' struggles, with Syracuse's offense failing to capitalize on opportunities against a struggling Hurricanes squad.