Syracuse Orange

The Syracuse Orange play in the JMA Wireless Dome, one of the largest on-campus arenas in college basketball, creating a unique environment in upstate New York. Syracuse competes in the Atlantic Coast Conference under head coach Adrian Autry, continuing the zone defense tradition established by Jim Boeheim. The 2-3 zone has become synonymous with Orange basketball, frustrating opponents for over four decades. Syracuse's orange color and passionate upstate New York fanbase create a distinctive identity. The program consistently attracts top talent and remains a fixture in the NCAA Tournament conversation.

Syracuse won its only national championship in 2003, with Carmelo Anthony leading the Orange past Kansas in the title game. Jim Boeheim coached the program for 47 years, becoming one of the winningest coaches in Division I history. The 1987 title game loss to Indiana on Keith Smart's shot remains one of the most heartbreaking in tournament history. Syracuse's rivalry with Georgetown during their Big East days defined an era of college basketball. Dave Bing, Pearl Washington, and Derrick Coleman are among the legends who wore Orange, with the Carrier Dome (now JMA Wireless Dome) hosting countless memorable moments.