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Inside Syracuse Basketball

Syracuse.com
Syracuse University
Syracuse Basketball
Syracuse Orange Men's Basketball
Gerry Mcnamara
JJ Starling
Syracuse
Atlantic Coast Conference
Adrian Autry
Nate George
Donny Freeman
Kyan Anthony
Free Throw Shooting
Houston
Kansas
Kiyan Anthony
Name, Image, Likeness (NIL)
ACC (atlantic Coast Conference)
Roster Building
Binghamton
Buffalo Bulls

Hosted by Hall of Fame reporter Mike Waters, the Inside Syracuse Basketball podcast offers smart, independent analysis. Mike has covered Syracuse basketball for over 35 years for Syracuse.com and The Post-Standard. You'll also get insider insight from fellow Hall of Famer Donna Ditota and former Syracuse guard Brandon Triche. Check in weekly for unmatched insight, analysis and the kind of coverage... more

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Syracuse.com basketball reporters Mike Waters and Donna Ditota discuss the Orange's first two games and the two tough games ahead.

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The Athletic's Brendan Marks joins Syracuse.com reporter Mike Waters to discuss his observations of the Orange after a recent visit to Syracuse.

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Syracuse.com reporters Mike Waters and Donna Ditota break down the Orange after the first two exhibition games.

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ESPN analyst Terrence Oglesby offers his opinions on Syracuse and the rest of the ACC, including some big statements about Sadiq White and Kiyan Anthony.

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Recent Guests

Brendan Marks
The Athletic reporter covering college basketball
The Athletic
Episode: The Athletic's Brendan Marks on Syracuse: "A team that plays the way GMac wants''
Terrence Oglesby
ACC Network analyst and former Field of 68 broadcaster.
ACC Network
Episode: Can Syracuse make the NCAA Tournament? ACC analyst gives his prediction
Gavin Doty
Syracuse University basketball player
Syracuse University
Episode: Gavin Doty on his Syracuse homecoming: GMac and mac-and-cheese
Seth Greenberg
Longtime basketball analyst, former college coach
ESPN / ACC Network
Episode: ESPN analyst Seth Greenberg on the Syracuse Orange: 'They are going to be interesting'
Carmelo Anthony
Syracuse basketball legend, guest on the show
Former Syracuse guard
Episode: Bonus episode: 1-on-1 with Carmelo Anthony
Tyus Battle
Former Syracuse guard, now director of player development
Syracuse basketball program
Episode: Tyus Battle on what he will bring to new role as Syracuse's director of player development
Greg Fahey
General Manager of Syracuse Basketball program
Syracuse University
Episode: Syracuse GM Greg Fahey on roster-building, player evaluation and next year's Orange
Jamal Brunt
New Syracuse University basketball assistant coach
Syracuse University
Episode: SU assistant Jamal Brunt on why he left Penn State for Syracuse and his hopes for the Orange
Luke Wilson
New Syracuse University basketball center
Syracuse University (Men's Basketball)
Episode: Luke Wilson on why he picked Syracuse: A defensive presence for the Orange

Hosts

Mike Waters
Hall of Fame reporter covering Syracuse basketball for more than 35 years
Donna Ditota
Hall of Fame reporter covering Syracuse basketball

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
  • True Coverage

    Mike’s podcast is what you would expect of a professional who has covered Syracuse ball for decades - experienced, meaningful, conversations with all walks of life within the Syracuse Orangemen atmosphere. Keep it up and Go Orange!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RoachReporter
    United States4 months ago
  • Absolutely great

    Never knew Mike had this podcast. Listened to the past few episodes and this is an absolute must for any Cuse fan

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    John🤘
    United States3 years ago
  • Mike knows his stuff!!

    I love listening to Mike Waters. He brings a great point of you to all things Syracuse basketball related.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    matt govendo
    United States4 years ago
  • Great pod

    Love listening to Syracuse legends!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dylaneaton1015
    United States4 years ago

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Fans praise the focused coverage and consider the analysis essential listening for following Syracuse basketball.
Syracuse legends and other people connected to the program are a draw.
Listeners value Mike Waters's decades of experience and meaningful conversations with people connected to Syracuse basketball.

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The Athletic's Brendan Marks on Syracuse: "A team that plays the way GMac wants''
Q: Does Syracuse make the NCAA tournament and end their five year drought?
Marks predicts Syracuse can get in if fully healthy, likely near the bubble, and says McNamara's coaching could win them a couple of games.
The Athletic's Brendan Marks on Syracuse: "A team that plays the way GMac wants''
Q: What was the vibe within the basketball program and the team?
Marks describes widespread optimism and energy around the program, with excitement in the Syracuse community as the season approaches.
Can Syracuse make the NCAA Tournament? ACC analyst gives his prediction
Q: Is there a number, like a budget number that you would have that like, this is at minimum what a coach needs to have to build a roster that's going to make an NCAA tournament?
Oglesby estimates that $9 million to $10 million can make a team competitive, while emphasizing that roster fit and recruiting to a coach's style matter more than simply meeting player asking prices.
Can Syracuse make the NCAA Tournament? ACC analyst gives his prediction
Q: What are your general impressions of the Syracuse roster that Jerry McNamara has put together here for his first year?
Oglesby likes the roster's positional size and retained talent, but sees point guard play and how the newcomers fit together as key questions. He expects McNamara's competitive approach to influence the team.
ESPN analyst Seth Greenberg on the Syracuse Orange: 'They are going to be interesting'
Q: Who's your ACC preseason player of the year?
Greenberg selects a candidate who will handle the ball and be a focal point for their team's offense, signaling a belief that the player will drive a high-usage role and influence outcomes across the conference.

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What is Inside Syracuse Basketball about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Weekly conversations and analysis focused on Syracuse men's basketball, from roster construction and recruiting to player development, game performance and the changing economics of college sports. Veteran reporter Mike Waters brings decades of coverage to discussions with fellow reporter Donna Ditota, while interviews with players, coaches, program staff and national analysts add perspectives from inside and beyond the team.

The coverage pairs close attention to Syracuse with broader looks at the ACC and college basketball. Episodes examine transfers, NIL, coaching decisions and team-building as well as on-court questions such as defense, rebounding and player roles. Its mix of local reporting, candid roster analysis and access to people ... more

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1. Brendan Marks
2. Terrence Oglesby
3. Gavin Doty
4. Seth Greenberg
5. Carmelo Anthony
6. Tyus Battle
7. Greg Fahey
8. Jamal Brunt

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