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UConn and Syracuse renew basketball rivalry in exhibition matchup

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Last updated Oct 12, 2026

UConn and Syracuse renew basketball rivalry in exhibition matchup
Summary

The UConn men's basketball team is set to face Syracuse on Tuesday at Mohegan Sun Arena, marking the latest chapter in their historic rivalry. This exhibition game comes after years of significant encounters, including memorable Big East tournament battles. Syracuse has a 56-39 overall record against UConn, with the Huskies winning three of the last five meetings. With Gerry McNamara now leading Syracuse, both teams aim to bring out their competitive spirit, reflecting on the rivalry's storied past while focusing on the present matchup.

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  • •Game scheduled for Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Mohegan Sun Arena
  • •Syracuse holds a 56-39 all-time record against UConn
  • •UConn has won three of the last five meetings
  • •Gerry McNamara seeks to extend the rivalry as Syracuse's head coach
  • •Both teams view this game as a significant matchup despite being an exhibition
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  • 9:47 PMYahoo Sports — UConn men's basketball team set to renew its rivalry with Syracuse, Gerry McNamara
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Six overtimes. Big East tournament battles. Jim Calhoun vs. Jim Boeheim. UConn-Syracuse renew rivalry in Tuesday's exhibition.

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