Girshon: Syracuse’s embarrassing collapse vs. Pitt wasn’t surprising

Syracuse commanded an early 22-6 lead over Pittsburgh Tuesday but collapsed in the second half, marking its 11th ACC loss of the season. 6 hours ago

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Syracuse blowing its 16-point lead versus Pittsburgh was more of a formality than a question. In the past, it’s a lead SU would’ve used to guide a commanding win. But this isn’t the past. This is modern-day Syracuse basketball.

A decade ago, the Orange traveling to the Petersen Events Center to face Pitt meant something. NCAA Tournament seeding. Conference standings. Poll rankings. Even bragging rights. Tuesday’s matchup, though, had minimal stakes…