Syracuse lost to Indiana, 83-80, after a back-and-forth game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Freshman Ryan Moesch led the Orange with 19 points and six assists, but Indiana converted key free throws late to hold on.

By the Numbers
  • Final score: Indiana 83, Syracuse 80.
  • Moesch: 19 points and six assists.
  • The teams were tied 10 times and traded the lead throughout the game.
  • Four Syracuse players scored in double figures.
Yes, But

Syracuse rallied to take a 61-59 lead midway through the second half, but Indiana regained control late. Darren Harris made all three free throws after a foul with 1:35 remaining, giving the Hoosiers a lead they never surrendered.

What's Next

Syracuse faces No. 13 St. John’s at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Tipoff is set for 7 p.m. on Peacock.

Bottom Line

The Orange showed they could trade punches with Indiana, but the closing minutes came down to execution—and the Hoosiers made the plays that mattered.