SYRACUSE, N.Y. – A near flawless performance from Tyus Battle in front of 21,968 fans led Syracuse (9-4) to an 81-48 victory over St. Bonaventure (4-9) Saturday afternoon at the Carrier Dome. The Orange's 33-point victory is its largest margin of victory since Dec. 19, 2016 where the Orange defeated Eastern Michigan 105-57 (48 points).
Battle was perfect from the floor going 8-of-8 for a game-high 21 points. He also snatched a career high six steals in addition to five free throws to round out his performance.
Battle's game-high 21 points marked the sixth game this season where he has eclipsed 20 or more points.