The upcoming basketball clash between Syracuse and Virginia Tech is set to take place at 9 p.m. on Wednesday at the JMA Wireless Dome. Fans can catch the action live on the ACC Network with ongoing updates available throughout the game.
Syracuse Basketball Overview
Syracuse enters this match with a record of 12 wins and 6 losses, including 3 wins and 2 losses in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). The team is looking to recover from a tough defeat to Boston College that disrupted their recent progress. Star player Donnie Freeman is back from a foot injury, averaging 22.2 points and 9 rebounds over the past five games.
Recent Performances
- Record: 12-6 (3-2 ACC)
- Notable Player: Donnie Freeman – Returned from injury, strong offensive presence.
- Last Game: Loss to Boston College
Syracuse will need a strong performance to re-establish its position in NCAA Tournament discussions. Meanwhile, Virginia Tech holds a record of 14 wins and 5 losses, with a similar ACC standing of 3 wins and 3 losses.
Virginia Tech Basketball Insight
The Hokies are led by Amani Hansberry, a versatile forward with impressive stats: averaging 15.8 points, 8.9 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game. Hansberry’s skill set has helped him transition into a center role, particularly after the return of Tobi Lowal from injury.
Key Statistics
- Record: 14-5 (3-3 ACC)
- Star Player: Amani Hansberry – Impactful with significant contributions on both ends of the floor.
- Recent Ranking: Last team out of projected NCAA Tournament bracket according to ESPN’s Joe Lunardi.
Game Dynamics
In their recent matchup, Syracuse managed to force Virginia Tech into a timeout with 12:17 left in the first half while leading 20-13. Tyler Betsey’s exceptional 3-pointer ignited tensions on the Hokies’ coaching staff.
Here’s a brief look at the starting lineups:
| Syracuse | Virginia Tech |
|---|---|
| Donnie Freeman | Jailen Bedford |
| JJ Starling | Ben Hammond |
| Nate Kingz | Amani Hansberry |
| Naithan George | Neoklis Avdalas |
| William Kyle III | Christian Gurdak |
The synergy between Syracuse’s offensive play and Virginia Tech’s strong defense will undoubtedly shape the outcome. The team that can maintain consistency as the game unfolds will have the upper hand.
