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Syracuse Smothers Delaware State 83-43 as Kiyan Anthony Shines in First Start

The Orange moved to 2-0 behind a defense-first showing that masked JJ Starling’s day-to-day absence and reinforced Adrian Autry’s depth-driven approach.

Overview

  • Syracuse held Delaware State to 15% shooting in the first half and 22% for the game (14-for-65), limiting the Hornets to 1-for-14 from three.
  • Freshman Kiyan Anthony started for the injured JJ Starling and posted 19 points and four assists on 8-for-11 shooting.
  • Donnie Freeman led the Orange with 20 points, including 13 in the opening 13 minutes, as Syracuse built a 40-17 halftime lead.
  • UCLA transfer William Kyle III anchored the interior with 13 rebounds and six blocks, matching last season’s single-game team high for blocks.
  • Syracuse is 2-0 and turns to a road date at Drexel on Nov. 15, with Starling listed as day-to-day after a right-leg injury suffered in the opener.