Burton and Harris lead Indiana to 83-80 win over Syracuse
The Hoosiers broke a six-game losing streak against the Orange with clutch free throws and a 20-point game each from their stars.
By Nikolai Morales ·
Indiana snapped a six-game losing streak against Syracuse on Monday night, winning 83-80 in Bloomington. The Hoosiers (3-0) trailed 38-34 at halftime but took control in the second half. Markus Burton and Darren Harris each scored 20 points to lead the victory.
Harris started the second half with an 8-0 run that gave Indiana a 42-38 lead. The teams traded possession of the lead during the final ten minutes. Syracuse regained the advantage 70-69 on a basket by Luke Wilson with 3:33 remaining.
Burton answered with a 3-pointer 48 seconds later. Syracuse tied the score twice more before Harris hit three free throws with 1:14 left. Those shots gave Indiana a 77-74 lead.
Jaeden Mustaf added a dunk with 25 seconds remaining. Indiana converted six of six free throws in the final 1:14 to secure the win. Mustaf finished with 18 points and seven rebounds. Samet Yigitoglu contributed eight points and 10 rebounds.
For Syracuse (2-1), Ryan Moesch led the team with 19 points and six assists while coming off the bench. Kiyan Anthony added 16 points. Sadiq White Jr. scored 13, and Wilson had 11.
The Orange had won the previous six meetings, including a double-overtime game in 2021. Syracuse travels to No. 13 St. John's on Sunday. Indiana hosts Tennessee Tech on Thursday.
