Providence vs Syracuse Recap - Syracuse Wins 78-55
Providence vs Syracuse Recap - Syracuse Wins 78-55
Syracuse cruised to victory on Saturday, running Providence out of the gym and running up a 78-55 score at Carrier Dome.
Bettors who backed Syracuse were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of 20.5 at sportsbooks.
Syracuse got 13 points from Kris Joseph and another 12 points from Dion Waiters. Scoop Jardine contributed 9 assists, while C.J. Fair cleaned the glass with 6 rebounds.
Providence got 13 points from Kadeem Batts in a losing cause and another 12 points from LaDontae Henton. LaDontae Henton contributed 5 assists for them, while LaDontae Henton had 10 rebounds.
Syracuse led at halftime, 38-21.
The rebound battle favored Providence as they grabbed 43 boards, while Syracuse only had 39.

