Syracuse Basketball: 2017-18 Season Report Card

Our first player on the block is one of the most polarizing in Syracuse basketball history. Howard has a second home in the Jim Boeheim dog house. That’s exactly where he has resided over the last couple of season.

But that wasn’t the case in 2017-18. Howard tripled his scoring efforts, became THE man on campus as the point guard, and really provided this team with a steadying veteran presence. While the only reason this man didn’t receive an A grade, was because of the turnovers.

Howard had a ton of unforced turnovers this season that certainly cost the Orange in a few games. But on the other hand, his three point shooting and terrific passing helped the Cuse win a few that maybe they shouldn’t have.

The third year was clearly the charm for Howard in his Junior campaign. Now as the the Senior on the squad next season, it seems like Frankie will try to keep the momentum alive. He’ll likely return as the starting point guard if incoming freshman Jalen Carey doesn’t pry it from his dead fingers.