Syracuse basketball first impressions: The McNamera begins with 20-point exhibition loss to UConn
Brent Axe recaps Syracuse basketball's 72-52 loss to UConn in exhibition play. It was the first game with Gerry McNamara behind the bench as head coach for the Orange. Axe discusses how SU being down two key players in Temple transfer Aiden Tobiason and freshman guard Marc Morano affected the Orange offense against UConn's stellar defense. Other topics discussed included how Gerry brought the passion the bench, how Kiyan Anthony needs to justify his position, Sadiq White showing improvement in key areas, freshman Ryan Moesch making a solid first impression and how SU's rebounding and…
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