The Orange will win and cover the 3.5-point spread, attacking the Big Red at the rim, where they shoot 63.2%, and Cornell's opponents have shot 67.1%. Syracuse has not been an efficient three-point shooting squad, but that isn't a cause for concern. I feel confident they will use their length and athleticism to get easier looks against the Big Red's defense (304th in opponent FG%).

While Cornell has been a high-scoring team, its strength of schedule is ranked 236th. It could struggle against the Cuse, and SYR should bounce back after a terrible effort vs Virginia where they shot just 40% and 25% from downtown.