It didn't always look pretty, especially in the 2nd half, but Syracuse's 59-44 win over Stephen F. Austin in the 1st round on the NCAA Tournament was very welcomed by all SU fans.  We know await the name of our next victim opponent from the winner of the Arizona State - Temple game.  Keep an eye on House of Sparky for game updates and new if ASU indeed wins.

• Get the full recap and stats over at...ESPN
• Some more post-game analysis...The Orange Report
• Some in-game updates from one who was there...The Orange Segment
• SU gets it's first tourney win in five years (Suck it, Goodman)...Fox Sports
• SU gets a much-needed breather...Washington Post
• SFA's mascot could have definitely kicked Otto's ass if it came down to it...This Just In
• Just so you know, it ain't cheap to watch these games live...Donna Ditota
• Kristof! and JT struck by the illness bug before the game...Mike Waters
• Disturbing development, Paul Harris set for X-Rays after the game due to thumb injury...Mike Waters