Syracuse men's basketball has struggled in Adrian Autry's second season as head coach, ranking 14th in the Atlantic Coast Conference with six games remaining. Meanwhile, North Carolina was picked to finish second in the ACC's Preseason Poll but has gotten out to an average 7-6 record in conference play.
Saturday's matchup is pivotal for both programs. SU is trying to create breathing room toward qualifying for the ACC Tournament with a win, while UNC is attempting to keep its NCAA Tournament-hopeful resume intact.
The Daily Orange has everything you need to know before Syracuse's ACC clash against North Carolina.