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Syracuse Basketball: How Many Former Orange Have Played in NBA All-Star Games?

Who are the four former Syracuse players who eventually became NBA All-Stars?

One of the main concerns when it comes to Syracuse Orange basketball is the lack of success former players have in the NBA. It has been a frequent criticism that has surrounded Syracuse, and head coach Jim Boeheim, for years. There have been several theories as to why Syracuse players struggle when they reach the NBA – one of the most common being playing in a 2-3 zone stunts a player's development – but no concrete explanations.

However, not every basketball player that passes through Syracuse fails once they reach the NBA.