Syracuse vs Connecticut Final: 66-58 - Recap
Syracuse vs Connecticut Final: 66-58 - Recap
Syracuse got 16 points from Brandon Triche as they ran past Connecticut 66-58 on Wednesday at Gampel Pavilion.
Bettors who backed Syracuse were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of 3.5 at sportsbooks.
Syracuse got 13 points from Rick Jackson and another 11 points from Kris Joseph. Scoop Jardine contributed 6 assists, while Rick Jackson cleaned the glass with 13 rebounds.
Connecticut got a 22-point performance from Jeremy Lamb, who was supported by 9 points from Alex Oriakhi. Kemba Walker had 5 assists in a losing cause for Connecticut, while Charles Okwandu grabbed 8 rebounds.
Syracuse led at halftime, 26-25.
Syracuse won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 45-39.

