Syracuse Basketball: Predictions vs Baylor in NCAA Tournament

LUBBOCK, TX - DECEMBER 29: Head coach Scott Drew of the Baylor Bears talks to his players at a time out during the game against the Texas Tech Red Raiders on December 29, 2017 at United Supermarket Arena in Lubbock, Texas. Texas Tech defeated Baylor 77-53. (Photo by John Weast/Getty Images) /

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We’ve got an opening round March Madness matchup between the Syracuse basketball squad and the Baylor Bears. Here’s how it’ll play out.

It’s finally time for MARCH MADNESS! The Syracuse basketball squad and the Baylor Bears will square off LATE tonight (9:57 p.m. tip-off expected on the east coast). Just in case you’re unaware this is single elimination, win and move on, or lose and go home.

The Baylor Bears ended the season on a four-game losing streak and have dealt with a variety of injuries this season. While some positives: Baylor is best three-point shooting team in the Big-12 and they have run a ton of 2-3 zone this season.

The Orange also ended the season on a bit of the colder side of things. Syracuse lost four of their last five games in the regular season. Some positives for the Cuse: the Orange looked fantastic in the second half vs Pitt in ACC Tournament and competed strongly with No. 1 overall seed Duke despite not having Tyus Battle.

So with all of that being considered who is going to win and move on in the NCAA Tournament? Well here is the best guesses from our expert panel. Check out our predictions here then share your thoughts in the comments below and on social media!

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