Syracuse Defeats Georgia Tech in NCAAB Showdown
Tuesday, January 6, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · McCamish Pavilion
Syracuse Orange 82, Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets 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 Syracuse Orange vs Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets?
Syracuse Orange beat Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets 82-72 at McCamish Pavilion on January 6, 2026.
Who was favored in Syracuse Orange vs Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets?
Syracuse Orange were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -142 (about 59% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Syracuse Orange triumphed over the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets with a final score of 82-72 at McCamish Pavilion. This victory marked Syracuse's second consecutive win against Georgia Tech, having previously defeated them 62-55 in their last meeting on January 8, 2025. The win also improved Syracuse's overall record to 11-5, while Georgia Tech fell to 10-7.
Both teams entered the game with solid records, with Georgia Tech holding a home record of 10-6 and Syracuse at 10-5. In their last ten games, Georgia Tech had a record of 6-4, currently riding a one-game winning streak after defeating Boston College 65-53 on January 3, 2026. They averaged 78.4 points scored and allowed 73.7 points per game during this stretch. In contrast, Syracuse had a mixed record of 5-5 over their last ten games, but they had recently secured a win against Stonehill, showcasing a scoring average of 70.5 points while allowing 69.4.
At home, Georgia Tech had a strong performance, with a record of 6-1, while Syracuse struggled on the road, holding an away record of 0-3 prior to this game. The Yellow Jackets had been particularly effective at home, averaging 83.0 points in their last five games, while allowing 72.0, indicating their offensive capabilities when playing in familiar surroundings.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details regarding player availability for either team, which can often play a crucial role in the outcome of such tightly contested games. However, both teams seemed to field their regular lineups for this matchup.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Syracuse favored by a spread of 2.5 points, with a total set at 146.5. The odds indicated a moneyline of +120 for Georgia Tech and -142 for Syracuse, reflecting the expectation of a competitive game.
Conditions in McCamish Pavilion were typical for a basketball game, with a lively atmosphere contributing to the excitement of the fixture. Fans were treated to a display of skill and strategy from both teams, with Syracuse managing to maintain control throughout the game.
As the game progressed, key moments included a series of free throws by Naithan George and Donnie Freeman, which helped Syracuse extend their lead in the second half. The scoring plays highlighted the importance of capitalizing on free throw opportunities, as both players made crucial contributions from the charity stripe to secure the victory.
Overall, this matchup served as a reminder of the competitive nature of college basketball, where each game can significantly impact team standings and momentum as the season unfolds.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SYR -2.5 | 146.5 o -112 / u -108 | Syracuse Orange -142 · Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets +120 |
Leaders
- PointsBaye Ndongo20Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets
- AssistsLamar Washington7Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets
- ReboundsBaye Ndongo9Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets
- PointsDonnie Freeman27Syracuse Orange
- AssistsNaithan George5Syracuse Orange
- ReboundsDonnie Freeman9Syracuse Orange
Recent form
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets
Last 10: 6-4Streak W178.4 scored · 73.7 allowed per game6-1 at home
- W65-53vs Boston College EaglesJan 3
- L79-85at Duke Blue DevilsDec 31
- W89-65vs Florida A&M RattlersDec 28
- W95-81vs Lafayette LeopardsDec 20
- W87-76vs Marist Red FoxesDec 17
- W79-67vs Monmouth HawksDec 6
- L73-85vs Mississippi State BulldogsDec 4
- L74-84at Drake BulldogsNov 29
- L61-75at DePaul Blue DemonsNov 29
- W82-66vs West Georgia WolvesNov 23
Syracuse Orange
Last 10: 5-5Streak L170.5 scored · 69.4 allowed per game0-3 away
- L61-64vs Clemson TigersDec 31
- W77-48vs Stonehill SkyhawksDec 23
- W91-83vs Northeastern HuskiesDec 20
- W76-62vs Mercyhurst LakersDec 18
- L69-70vs Hofstra PrideDec 13
- W71-63vs Saint Joseph's HawksDec 12
- W62-60vs Tennessee VolunteersDec 3
- L64-95at Iowa State CyclonesNov 26
- L60-71at Kansas JayhawksNov 25
- L74-78at Houston CougarsNov 24
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 | Syracuse Orange | Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-61 | 25-64 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 39 |
| Three-pointers | 7-19 | 4-18 |
| Three-point % | 37 | 22 |
| Free throws | 23-31 | 18-26 |
| Free throw % | 74 | 69 |
| Rebounds | 44 | 34 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 30 | 23 |
| Assists | 15 | 16 |
| Steals | 5 | 8 |
| Blocks | 7 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 11 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 15 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 36 |
| Fouls | 19 | 28 |
| Largest lead | 20 | 4 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 85 | 6 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half58-38Donnie Freeman makes 7-foot floating jump shot (Naithan George assists)
- 2nd Half58-41Kam Craft makes 25-foot three point jumper (Lamar Washington assists)
- 2nd Half60-41William Kyle III makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half60-44Kowacie Reeves Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Kam Craft assists)
- 2nd Half62-44Ibrahim Souare makes driving layup
- 2nd Half62-45Lamar Washington makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-47Kam Craft makes 10-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half65-47Tyler Betsey makes 23-foot three point jumper (Naithan George assists)
- 2nd Half65-49Baye Ndongo makes layup (Kowacie Reeves Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half66-49Naithan George makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-49Naithan George makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-50Jaeden Mustaf makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-51Baye Ndongo makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-51Naithan George makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-51Naithan George makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-53Lamar Washington makes driving layup
- 2nd Half69-55Baye Ndongo makes layup (Kam Craft assists)
- 2nd Half70-55William Kyle III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-56Baye Ndongo makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-57Baye Ndongo makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-58Baye Ndongo makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-58J.J. Starling makes driving layup
- 2nd Half72-59Jaeden Mustaf makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-61Lamar Washington makes driving layup (Jaeden Mustaf assists)
- 2nd Half72-62Jaeden Mustaf makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-63Jaeden Mustaf makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-65Kowacie Reeves Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half72-67Baye Ndongo makes layup (Lamar Washington assists)
- 2nd Half73-67Donnie Freeman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-67Donnie Freeman makes 2-foot dunk (Nate Kingz assists)
- 2nd Half76-67J.J. Starling makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-70Akai Fleming makes 22-foot three point jumper (Lamar Washington assists)
- 2nd Half77-70Naithan George makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half78-70Naithan George makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-71Lamar Washington makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half78-72Lamar Washington makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-72Naithan George makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-72Naithan George makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half81-72Donnie Freeman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half82-72Donnie Freeman makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, below favours Syracuse Orange.
Venue
- McCamish PavilionAtlanta, GA
- Attendance6216
- OfficialsLee Cassell, A.J. Desai, Tommy Morrissey
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