Associated Press
One of the biggest knocks on Syracuse all season is their lack of a go-to guy. While Fab Melo certainly doesn't fit that bill, he might just be the Orange's most irreplaceable player. Melo didn't travel with the team, reportedly due to academic issues and his absence proved costly as Syracuse's undefeated season came to an end Saturday night.
The game got off to a poor start from the very beginning. Scoop Jardine missed a layup off the opening tip and then Notre Dame freshman Pat Connaughton knocked down a 3-pointer on the other end. This would be a theme throughout the first half. The Orange struggled on offense, shooting under 30-percent in the first half and the Irish were knocking down the deep shots.
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