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Things to watch for as Syracuse takes on St. Rose

There is little about the success of the 2011-2012 Orange that will be revealed in tonight’s exhibition game against St. Rose. The Post Standard reported yesterday that several of SU’s walk-ons could start for the D-II Golden Knights. That’s not to say Syracuse players can take them lightly, however. St. Rose kept a 2007 exhibition match with the Orange to single digits, and veterans of the 2009-2010 Orange can attest to the dangers of overlooking D-II opponents. Nonetheless, the game you see tonight will not resemble Saturday’s game against Fordham – let alone games in the heart of the Big East schedule or March.

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The Dag Bag – Syracuse eyes Final Four appearance

Since we last saw the Syracuse basketball team getting ousted by Marquette in the NCAA Tournament, a few things have taken place. Rival UConn took home the NCAA Championship. Syracuse football is inching closer to another bowl berth. And, oh yeah…something about an upcoming move for Orange athletics, leaving behind the Big East for the ACC.

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Orange Watch

Orange Watch: Final Four trips came out of nowhere

As most Orange hoops fans got their first glimpse of Jim Boeheim’s 36th edition this past Tuesday night in a 30-point exhibition game win over Div. II Cal-State Los Angeles, the buzz all fall has been about the vast amount of talent on hand that has the ability to propel the ‘Cuse to its fifth Final Four in school history.

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Instant Juice: Syracuse 79, Cal State Los Angeles 49

The Orange played a sloppy first half of basketball, but went on a 16-5 run and outscored Cal State Los Angeles 50-27 in the second half. Syracuse held Cal State LA to 28 percent shooting from the floor while collecting 11 steals and 12 blocks. But the Orange was sloppy as well, committing 17 turnovers. SU also shot just 3 for 16 from 3-point land.

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2011-12 Syracuse basketball preview

There are tremendous expectations on the 2011-12 Syracuse basketball team. Syracuse returns most of its core from last year’s team, and will begin the season ranked No. 5. They’re also expected to win a share of the Big East, according to the preseason coach’s poll.

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Syracuse will need to replace Jackson’s production

While Syracuse may be returning most of its core players this season, the one exception is Rick Jackson. The forward was named Big East Defensive Player of the Year, averaging 13.1 points and 10.3 rebounds, and was SU’s most consistent player throughout the year. Although the Orange has plenty of talent across the board, Jackson’s role may be a difficult one to fill.