McCleary: Hack believed in himself when it made sense not to, and would do it again
McCleary reflects on high school basketball, journalism experience and how believing in yourself takes courage — even if it sometimes backfires. Read more »
Writer archives: Michael McCleary
Inside the modesty that guides Elijah Hughes on and off the court
Syracuse’s star player has now entered the draft, a step he has long avoided speaking about. But why? Read more »
Elijah Hughes details NBA Draft decision, 'weird' pre-draft process in Q&A
Hughes said the Orange “were ready to make a crazy run” before the ACC Tournament was canceled. Read more »
Syracuse forward Elijah Hughes enters NBA Draft
In 32 games with the Orange this season, Hughes averaged 19.0 points per game and was always the focal point of SU's offense. Read more »
Point guard Howard Washington enters the transfer portal
The junior guard from Buffalo dealt with injuries during his Syracuse career, and he'll look elsewhere for his senior year. Read more »
Freshman guard Brycen Goodine enters transfer portal
The freshman guard thanked Syracuse, but said "it is time for me to seek out a new beginning." Read more »
NCAA cancels all postseason championship events in response to coronavirus spread
The NCAA canceled all men's and women's championships for the winter and spring seasons on Thursday afternoon. Read more »
NBA Draft experts weigh in on Elijah Hughes’ status
The Daily Orange asked three draft analysts to evaluate Elijah Hughes, who still hasn’t decided as to whether he will remain at Syracuse. Read more »
Elijah Hughes named to All-ACC 1st team
Hughes averaged 18.8 points, 4.9 rebounds and 3.5 assists points per game this season for the Orange. Read more »
Syracuse falls to Miami, 69-65, in overtime to close regular season
Joe Girard III scored four points in the final 15 seconds of regulation to tie the game for Syracuse, but Miami's free throws in overtime clinched a win. Read more »
Bourama Sidibe boosts production by limiting fouls
Bourama Sidibe has remained focused through fouls in recent games and it’s led to the best stretch of his career. Read more »
Opponent preview: What to know about Boston College
Syracuse heads to Chestnut Hill for the regular season finale. Here's the scouting report on the Eagles. Read more »
UNC takes advantage of SU's defensive shift with season-high 11 3s
When Syracuse shifted the top of its zone defense higher, UNC guards made the Orange pay. Read more »
3 takeaways from Syracuse's 92-79 loss to North Carolina
Bourama Sidibe's playing his best basketball of the season and more takeaways from Syracuse's 92-79 loss to North Carolina. Read more »
‘Way too young’: Howard Washington shifted perspective by publicizing stroke
In the months after going public about his stroke on Feb. 26, Howard Washington began to hear stories a lot like his own. Read more »
Even after 72-46 win over Pittsburgh, SU isn't thinking about the future
Syracuse's big win over Pittsburgh doesn't do much for their NCAA Tournament chances. Read more »
'It may not look like much': Bourama Sidibe keys SU win over Georgia Tech
Bourama Sidibe's 10 rebounds, six points and three steals helped key Syracuse's second-half comeback against the Yellow Jackets. Read more »
3 takeaways from Syracuse's 79-72 win over Georgia Tech
Syracuse overcame an opening half where it scored just 27 points by nearly doubling that total in the final 20 minutes against the Yellow Jackets. Read more »
Opponent preview: What to know about Georgia Tech
Learn about the Yellow Jackets before Saturday’s matchup at 4 p.m., the second between Syracuse and GT this season. Read more »
'He jumped so high it scared me': Elijah Hughes' unheralded athleticism
Elijah Hughes used to lower the rim in his backyard to eight feet. Now, his athleticism is his most unheralded trait. Read more »
Opponent preview: What to know about North Carolina State
C.J. Bryce and Markell Johnson both average just over 13 points per game to lead NC State's scoring, the two top in a balanced attack. Read more »
Film review: Breaking down Brycen Goodine’s game-winning layup
Goodine’s shot avoided disaster for the Orange Read more »
Marek Dolezaj’s patient, powerful play in the post adds scoring element
Marek Dolezaj can power opponents in the post now, but that’s taken time. Read more »
SU players liked his food. Now, Michael Brooks is pursuing his dream.
Brooks has cooked for Elijah Hughes, Maeva Djaldi-Tabdi, Tommy DeVito and several other SU athletes. Read more »
