We’re starting to get into the heart of the Syracuse Orange men’s basketball non-conference schedule. While we still don’t have a crystal clear picture of the identity of this year’s team, things are starting to come into focus.
One thing that has crystallized is that Elijah Hughes is absolutely ready for his starring role. Hughes is averaging 17.2 points, 4.6 rebounds, 5 assists, and shooting 40 percent from 3-point range. Take out the disastrous Virginia game, and all those numbers are considerably higher.
What has really stood out to me is Hughes’s vision and ability to act as a playmaker.