Syracuse Opens Season With 74-58 Win Over New Haven
Syracuse beat New Haven 74-58 in its season opener in Syracuse, New York, on November 2. Kiyan Anthony scored 17 points, while Gavin Doty and Sadiq White Jr. each recorded a double-double.
Syracuse started its season by scoring the game’s first 18 points, then held on for a 74-58 home win over New Haven on November 2. The Orange led 39-17 at halftime and finished with five turnovers, forcing 13 from the Chargers.
Kiyan Anthony led Syracuse with 17 points off the bench, making five of 12 shots and two three-pointers. Gavin Doty had 14 points and 13 rebounds, while Sadiq White Jr. added 14 points, 10 rebounds and two blocks. White made five of 10 free throws; the Orange went to the line 25 times and converted 18.
Teshaun Steele scored 18 points to lead New Haven, and reserve Moussa Camara added 10. The Chargers shot 25.9% in the first half, then improved to 59.3% after the break, making 16 of 27 attempts. They did not close the gap enough to threaten Syracuse’s lead.
Syracuse hosts Central Connecticut on Thursday. New Haven’s next game is at Rutgers on Friday.