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Orange Get Rematch With Eagles Saturday
1/13/2017 11:18:00 AM | Men's Basketball
| Syracuse vs. Boston College | ||
| Game Details | Saturday, Jan. 14 | Syracuse, N.Y. | 4 p.m. Carrier Dome |
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| Game Coverage | Television: RSN | Local Affiliates Live Video: ACC Network Extra | Live Stats Radio: Syracuse IMG Network | Audio Twitter: @Cuse | @Cuse_MBB Instagram: @cusepics | @cuse_mbb |
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| Boston College Links | News | Roster | Schedule | Notes | |
SYRACUSE, N.Y. -- Syracuse will try to avenge it loss earlier this month at Boston College when it hosts the Eagles on Saturday, Jan. 14. Tipoff in the Carrier Dome is set for 4 p.m.
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Fans can watch the game on RSN, including the YES Network, and ACC Network Extra. In addition, a live broadcast will be available on the Syracuse IMG Radio Network.
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Tickets for Saturday's game can be purchased online, by phone at 888-DOME-TIX or in person at Gate B at the Carrier Dome.
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FOR STARTERS
- Syracuse had its two-game winning streak snapped at Virginia Tech on Tuesday. The loss gives the Orange a 10-7 overall record and a 2-2 mark in conference play. All 10 of Syracuse's wins this season have come in the Carrier Dome.
- Senior Tyler Roberson reached double figures in rebounds for the second consecutive game and third time in the last four outings with 10 at Virginia Tech. He also added 14 points for his third double-double of the season. Roberson ranks second on the team in rebounding this season, averaging 5.6 per game.
- Freshman Tyus Battle tallied 13 points against the Hokies, marking the second consecutive game he has reached double figures in scoring. In his last seven contests, Battle is averaging 12.3 points per game. For the season, he is averaging 9.1 points per game.
'90s DAY
- Syracuse will be celebrating "'90's Day" at the Dome on Saturday. Many of the promotions, videos and graphics at the Dome will be 1990s themed, including the following: 90s music from both the DJ and band, 90s Get-To-Know with Gerry McNamara, highlights of the Orange basketball teams from the decade, Mario Kart Live, Guess That '90s TV Show, Double Dare physical challenge complete with orange slime, Crystal Pepsi prize packs, Macarena performance, 90s Karaoke, and more!
SCOUTING THE EAGLES
- Boston College snapped a two-game losing streak with a 74-66 win against NC State on Wednesday. The win improves the Eagles' record to 9-8 overall and 2-2 in the ACC.
- The Boston College offense is led by Jerome Robinson and Ky Bowman. Robinson is the third-leading scorer in the ACC, averaging 20.9 points per game. Bowman averages 12.8 points per game. Both are threats from behind the 3-point line.
- Jim Christian is in his third season at the helm of the Boston College program. He previously had head coaching stints at Ohio, TCU and Kent State.
THE SERIES
Syracuse leads the all-time series with Boston College, 44-25. The Eagles defeated the Orange, 96-81, on New Year's Day in Conte Forum.
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UP NEXT…
The Orange have a quick turnaround as they travel to Chapel Hill to take on No. 11/12 North Carolina at 7 p.m. as part of  ESPN's Big Monday.
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