Syracuse 97 Siena 89

From the front row perspective, this team is going to be really, really exciting to watch. The players started the diamond hand gesture above their heads to signal the formation of a dynasty. It seems kind of cocky, but the student section loves it for the most part. It's something that is really connecting the student section and the players. It seems this year the players are more fan friendly. From the front row, we chant all their names at different times through the pregame, during the game, and post game, and we get a response. This team truly has the talent and attitude to be something really special.

For my game analysis, granted we have a very distorted view of the game from the front, is that we are going to try to win as many games possible 90-85 instead of 65-60 like past years. This may be fun to watch, but it doesn't mean it's better basketball. There will be many games in the Big East where we might not be able to just outscore the other team. But anyways, Jonny Flynn, wow. He wasn't suppose to be a great slasher, he wasn't suppose to be a bigtime three point threat. I know it was only one game, but man did he show off some major skills. Donte Green appeared to struggle offensively, but he was only 4-10, not terrible, but he still finished with 14 points. Paul Harris showed tenacity grabbing 15 boards, a career high for him. Rick Jackson is as an anonymous front row would say, "The steal of this Class." I agree with him. The kid has a sweet lefty baby hook. Don't see that too often for sure. It's happened almost every game so far including the exhibitions, but when Kristof and especially Scoop step on the floor, the opposing team steps up pressure with double teams. It caused two straight Scoop turnovers, and with Boeheim's quick lease, it sent him to the bench for the rest of game.

Tomorrow we'll be back out there. I'm guessing some people will be there as early as 10 A.M. in line, if not earlier.