Game thread: Syracuse Orange vs Virginia Tech Hokies

The Syracuse Orange (10-6, 3-2) men’s basketball team is back home to face the Virginia Tech Hokies (11-5, 1-4) at 7:00 on YES and other regional networks.

This is a game that both teams really need. We expect to see a lot of energy and intensity even on a weeknight. Can Syracuse avoid their typical slow start in this one and make the Hokies play catch-up?

To get you ready check out our previews:

• Christian has the facts and figures for tonight’s game as the Orange are slight underdogs at home
• We tell you what things to watch for in tonight’s contest
• We gave our midseason grade for this Syracuse squad
• Fake Nunes gets you ready with the FNSI numbers for this game
• Here are our predictions for the game

On paper this game is a close match-up so can one team seize control or will this come right down to the final possession?

As always, leave your in- and post-game comments below. Go Orange!