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Syracuse basketball: Benny Williams is not the first freshman to start out slow

When Benny Williams joined the Syracuse Orange this season, many expected him to contribute immediately. The truth is, not every new recruit can turn into the next Carmelo Anthony overnight.

Williams has struggled in his freshman campaign, both statistically and with getting consistent minutes on the court. He’s shooting under .300 and is currently on an 0-15 streak. That being said, it’s not time to panic just yet. The 5-star recruit can still live up to his potential over the next few years. Here are a few examples of players who started out rough but still went on to have great careers in Syracuse.