In just over two weeks, Syracuse basketball will have its first official game of the 2025-26 season. Say what, now? I know. It's approaching fast.
Let's dissect some preseason tidbits about the Orange that have arrived lately. For one, the preseason KenPom data are out. Syracuse basketball resides at No. 68 overall, which isn't great, but given where the 'Cuse was in 2024-25 (No. 115), this is a sign that the 'Cuse should be much improved from last season's awful 14-19 record.
In adjusted offensive efficiency, Syracuse basketball sits at No. 49. Throughout the course of 2025-26, the Orange could climb way higher than No.