NCAAB · Final

Syracuse Triumphs Over Notre Dame 86-72

Saturday, January 31, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · JMA Wireless Dome

Syracuse Orange 86, Notre Dame Fighting Irish 72, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs Syracuse Orange?

Syracuse Orange beat Notre Dame Fighting Irish 86-72 at JMA Wireless Dome on January 31, 2026.

Who was favored in Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs Syracuse Orange?

Syracuse Orange were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -278 (about 74% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive matchup, the Syracuse Orange secured an 86-72 victory against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at the JMA Wireless Dome. This win comes at a crucial time for Syracuse, who had been struggling with a four-game losing streak prior to this game. The Orange's recent form had shown a record of 5-5 over their last ten games, with an average of 77.9 points scored and 75.5 points allowed. In contrast, Notre Dame entered the game with a record of 3-7 in their last ten outings, averaging 70.9 points scored and allowing 74.3 points.

Syracuse's home record stands at 3-3 in their last six games at the Dome, while Notre Dame has struggled on the road, posting a 1-3 record in their last four away games. The two teams had faced each other twice in the 2025 season, splitting the series with Syracuse winning the latest encounter 77-69 at home and Notre Dame winning 69-64 in their previous meeting.

The betting line from DraftKings indicated Syracuse as favorites, with a spread of -6.5 and a total set at 147.5. The odds reflected a strong belief in Syracuse's ability to perform at home, with a moneyline of -278, while Notre Dame was listed at +225.

In terms of conditions, the game was played in a competitive atmosphere, and viewers were treated to a display of scoring from both teams. Syracuse's offensive performance was highlighted by key plays in the second half, including free throws from Nate Kingz and Jalen Haralson, as well as a crucial dunk from Kingz that helped extend their lead. The final score of 86-72 underscored Syracuse's dominance in the game, as they managed to maintain control throughout the second half.

Overall, this matchup was significant as it showcased Syracuse's ability to bounce back from a challenging stretch while highlighting Notre Dame's ongoing struggles. The victory not only improves Syracuse's record to 14-9 but also reinforces their home court advantage as they look to build momentum moving forward.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	SYR -6.5	147.5 o -112 / u -108	Notre Dame Fighting Irish +225 · Syracuse Orange -278

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Leaders

PointsNate Kingz28Syracuse Orange
AssistsNaithan George10Syracuse Orange
ReboundsWilliam Kyle III8Syracuse Orange
PointsJalen Haralson26Notre Dame Fighting Irish
AssistsJalen Haralson4Notre Dame Fighting Irish
ReboundsCarson Towt8Notre Dame Fighting Irish

Recent form

Syracuse Orange

Last 10: 5-5Streak L477.9 scored · 75.5 allowed per game3-3 at home

L68-88at NC State WolfpackJan 28
L76-85vs Miami HurricanesJan 24
L74-76vs Virginia Tech HokiesJan 22
L73-81at Boston College EaglesJan 17
W94-86vs Florida State SeminolesJan 14
W83-72at Pittsburgh PanthersJan 10
W82-72at Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsJan 7
L61-64vs Clemson TigersDec 31
W77-48vs Stonehill SkyhawksDec 23
W91-83vs Northeastern HuskiesDec 20

Notre Dame Fighting Irish

Last 10: 3-7Streak L170.9 scored · 74.3 allowed per game1-3 away

L97-100vs Virginia CavaliersJan 28
W68-64vs Boston College EaglesJan 24
L69-91at North Carolina Tar HeelsJan 22
L76-89at Virginia Tech HokiesJan 17
L69-81vs Miami HurricanesJan 14
L61-76vs Clemson TigersJan 10
L71-72at California Golden BearsJan 3
W47-40at Stanford CardinalDec 31
L69-72vs Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsDec 21
W82-58vs Evansville Purple AcesDec 13

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Duke	35-3	-	17-1
Virginia	30-6	2	15-3
Miami	26-9	4	13-5
North Carolina	24-9	5	12-6
Clemson	24-11	5	12-6
Louisville	24-11	6	11-7
NC State	20-14	7	10-8
Florida State	18-15	7	10-8
California	22-12	8	9-9
Stanford	20-13	8	9-9
Virginia Tech	19-13	9	8-10
SMU	20-14	9	8-10
Wake Forest	18-17	10	7-11
Syracuse	15-17	11	6-12
Pittsburgh	13-20	12	5-13
Notre Dame	13-18	13	4-14
Boston College	11-20	13	4-14
Georgia Tech	11-20	15	2-16

Box score

Stat	Notre Dame Fighting Irish	Syracuse Orange
Field goals	26-53	32-56
Field goal %	49	57
Three-pointers	6-22	10-25
Three-point %	27	40
Free throws	14-20	12-21
Free throw %	70	57
Rebounds	28	34
Offensive rebounds	4	6
Defensive rebounds	24	28
Assists	11	21
Steals	3	7
Blocks	0	4
Turnovers	10	6
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	1	0
Technical fouls, total	1	0
Flagrant fouls	1	0
Points off turnovers	5	13
Fast-break points	9	9
Points in the paint	38	36
Fouls	16	18
Largest lead	2	16
Lead changes	5	5
Time in front	4	91

How the scoring went

2nd Half41-50Donnie Freeman makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half41-52William Kyle III makes 4-foot dunk (Naithan George assists)
2nd Half44-52Cole Certa makes 28-foot three point jumper (Carson Towt assists)
2nd Half44-53Donnie Freeman makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half44-54Donnie Freeman makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half44-57Nate Kingz makes 29-foot three point jumper (Naithan George assists)
2nd Half46-57Jalen Haralson makes 4-foot dunk (Cole Certa assists)
2nd Half46-60Tyler Betsey makes 25-foot three point jumper (Naithan George assists)
2nd Half48-60Jalen Haralson makes layup
2nd Half49-60Jalen Haralson makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half51-60Jalen Haralson makes layup
2nd Half51-62J.J. Starling makes layup (Nate Kingz assists)
2nd Half52-62Braeden Shrewsberry makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half53-62Braeden Shrewsberry makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half53-64Nate Kingz makes 15-foot jumper
2nd Half55-64Carson Towt makes 5-foot dunk (Jalen Haralson assists)
2nd Half55-66Nate Kingz makes layup (William Kyle III assists)
2nd Half57-66Braeden Shrewsberry makes driving layup
2nd Half60-66Cole Certa makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jalen Haralson assists)
2nd Half60-69Nate Kingz makes 24-foot three point jumper (Naithan George assists)
2nd Half60-70Sadiq White Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half60-71Donnie Freeman makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half60-73Naithan George makes 14-foot jumper
2nd Half60-75Sadiq White Jr. makes layup (Naithan George assists)
2nd Half62-75Jalen Haralson makes driving layup
2nd Half63-75Jalen Haralson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half64-75Jalen Haralson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half64-77Nate Kingz makes 3-foot dunk
2nd Half66-77Braeden Shrewsberry makes 19-foot jumper
2nd Half67-77Brady Koehler makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half68-77Brady Koehler makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half68-79Nate Kingz makes 3-foot alley oop dunk (Naithan George assists)
2nd Half68-80Nate Kingz makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half69-80Jalen Haralson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half70-80Jalen Haralson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half70-82Nate Kingz makes 5-foot dunk (Tyler Betsey assists)
2nd Half70-84J.J. Starling makes driving layup (Nate Kingz assists)
2nd Half70-85Donnie Freeman makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half70-86Bryce Zephir makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half72-86Matthew MacLellan makes layup (Sir Mohammed assists)

Win probability

Above the line favours Syracuse Orange, below favours Notre Dame Fighting Irish.