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Big East Tournament - Cincinnati vs Syracuse Final: 71-68 - Recap
Big East Tournament - Cincinnati vs Syracuse Final: 71-68 - Recap
Cincinnati grabbed a 71-68 win over Syracuse on Friday, behind an 18-point effort from Yancy Gates at Madison Square Garden.
Cincinnati was an 8-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Cincinnati got 18 points from Sean Kilpatrick and another 11 points from Cashmere Wright. Cashmere Wright contributed 8 assists, while Jaquon Parker cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Syracuse got a 28-point performance from Dion Waiters, who was supported by 11 points from Fab Melo. Brandon Triche had 4 assists in a losing cause for Syracuse, while C.J. Fair grabbed 11 rebounds.
Cincinnati hit the break leading 35-23 before taking care of business in the second half.
