Syracuse vs Kansas: Prediction, Time, How to Watch
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Syracuse vs Kansas: Prediction, Time, How to Watch

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Syracuse vs Kansas: Prediction, Time & How to Watch

The college basketball world is buzzing as the Syracuse Orange (4-1) prepare to face the Kansas Jayhawks (4-2) in the second round of the 2025 Players Era Championship. This high-stakes matchup tips off Tuesday, November 25 at 3:30 p.m. ET from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, promising an exciting clash between two storied programs.

How to Watch Syracuse vs Kansas

Fans can catch all the action on TNT, with live streaming available through several platforms:

  • DIRECTV: Free trial with $40 off first month
  • Sling: Half off first month ($45.99)
  • Hulu + Live TV: Free trial with $25 off first 3 months

Locally, Syracuse fans can listen on TK 99/105 FM radio.

Syracuse players strategize during their overtime battle against Houston
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Syracuse's Momentum After Houston Battle

The Orange enter this game with newfound confidence after a gritty 78-74 overtime loss to #3 Houston. Syracuse proved their mettle by taking a Top 5 team to the wire, with six players scoring in double digits. Key contributors include:

  • Tyler Betsey: 16 points against Houston
  • Kiyan Anthony: 13.8 PPG freshman breakout
  • William Kyle III: 10.2 PPG, 9.0 RPG, 2.6 blocks
  • Naithan George: 11.4 PPG, 5.8 assists

The bench dominated Houston's reserves 26-7, showing remarkable depth.

Kansas forward Flory Bidunga has stepped up in the absence of injured freshman Darryn Peterson
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Kansas Adjusts Without Freshman Star

The Jayhawks come off a 71-61 win over Notre Dame but will be without freshman Darryn Peterson (hamstring). Kansas has responded with strong performances from:

  • Flory Bidunga: 16.7 PPG, 7.7 RPG (stepped up in absence)
  • Tre White: 14.3 PPG veteran presence

Bill Self's team has shown resilience, maintaining their defensive identity while adjusting to personnel changes.

Kansas vs Syracuse Prediction

This evenly-matched contest hinges on several factors:

  • Battle of Bench Depth: Syracuse's reserves outscored Houston 26-7, while Kansas relies on experienced role players
  • Frontcourt Advantage: Kyle III's shot-blocking vs Bidunga's scoring/rebounding
  • Guard Play: George's creativity against White's experience