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Jim Boeheim Retires as Syracuse HC After 47 Years; Adrian Autry Named Replacement

Syracuse men's basketball head coach Jim Boeheim has retired after 47 years at the helm, it was announced Wednesday following a 77-74 loss to Wake Forest in the ACC Tournament.

Chancellor Kent Syverud said in a statement:

"There is no doubt in my mind that without Jim Boeheim, Syracuse Basketball would not be the powerhouse program it is today. Jim has invested and dedicated the majority of his life to building this program, cultivating generations of student-athletes and representing his alma mater with pride and distinction. I extend my deep appreciation and gratitude to an alumnus who epitomizes what it means to be 'Forever Orange.