Score Of The Notre Dame Men's Basketball Game
The Notre Dame Fighting Irish men's basketball team from the University of Notre Dame is a NCAA Division I program. They play in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) and have a long-standing and storied history in the sport. The team's home arena is the Edmund P. Joyce Center, which has a capacity of 9,149.
Game Recap
The latest Notre Dame basketball game took place on February 27, 2021, against the Syracuse Orange at the Carrier Dome in Syracuse, New York. The Fighting Irish lost the game 75-67, making it their 14th loss of the season.
The Fighting Irish started off strong in the first half, getting ahead of the Orange with a score of 38-34. However, Syracuse came out strong in the second half and outscored Notre Dame by 11 points, with a final score of 75-67.
Notable Performances
Despite the loss, there were several standout performances from the Notre Dame team. Prentiss Hubb led the team with 22 points, 6 rebounds, and 3 assists. Cormac Ryan also made a strong showing, scoring 15 points and grabbing 6 rebounds. Nate Laszewski added 10 points and 6 rebounds to the team's total.
On the Syracuse side, Buddy Boeheim had an impressive game with 21 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 assists. Marek Dolezaj also had a strong performance, scoring 18 points and grabbing 8 rebounds.
Team Stats
Looking at the team stats from the game, Notre Dame shot 42.9% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Syracuse, on the other hand, shot 46.6% from the field and 27.3% from three-point range.
Rebounding was also a factor in the game, with Syracuse grabbing 39 rebounds compared to Notre Dame's 33. The Fighting Irish had 12 turnovers, while the Orange had 11.
Season Performance
The Notre Dame Fighting Irish currently have a record of 9-14 for the 2020-2021 season. They have struggled in conference play, with a record of 6-11 in the ACC.
Despite the team's struggles this season, there have been several standout performances from individual players. Prentiss Hubb leads the team in scoring, averaging 14.6 points per game. Nate Laszewski leads the team in rebounding, averaging 7.6 rebounds per game.
Final Thoughts
While the Notre Dame Fighting Irish lost their latest game against the Syracuse Orange, the team still has several games left in the season to turn their record around. The team has faced several challenges this season, including injuries and a tough conference schedule. However, they still have the talent and potential to make a strong finish to the season.