Overview
- Syracuse (3-0) faces Monmouth (1-2) at 9 p.m. ET in the JMA Wireless Dome, with TV coverage on ACC Network.
- Freshman Kiyan Anthony has emerged as a key scorer, posting 18 against Drexel and averaging roughly 17 points per game alongside leading scorer Donnie Freeman.
- Syracuse’s defense has forced turnovers on 26.8% of possessions per KenPom, a notable edge against a Monmouth offense that ranks among the nation’s most turnover-prone.
- Rebounding remains a focal issue after Drexel won the glass 39-36, with Monmouth framing physical play as a challenge following its competitive loss at Seton Hall.
- Captain J.J. Starling is described by coach Adrian Autry as “really close” to returning, with his status influencing lineup plans ahead of the Las Vegas slate.