Jim Boeheim has made the Syracuse Orange men’s basketball program.
Also, cheering for Orange hoops has to be one of the most maddening experiences in the world of sports.
Those are two of the few commonly agreed upon truths within Syracuse fandom.
There is an acceptance that Boeheim should be recognized for his work, his achievements, his longevity in a profession that has as much turnover as a restaurant — just ask Buffalo Bulls fans. The coach of the Orange isn’t John Wooden and he’s not Mike Krzyzewski. Jim Boeheim’s mug isn’t likely to appear on a Mount Rushmore of coaching legends despite winning over 1,000 games.