With all the discussion about the late game possession for the Syracuse Orange in Miami, I felt it was worth a bit closer look.
The ire of fans has been directed at freshman point guard Judah Mintz for his decision to drive into heavy traffic with the Orange trailing 78-76. Mintz was blocked by Miami Hurricanes center Norchad Omier who was then fouled and made the clinching free throws.
Syracuse had closed to two on Joe Girard’s 3-pointer but the Orange’s inability to rebound allowed Miami to run the clock under 30 seconds.