Syracuse and Indiana are set to meet on November 9 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, bringing together two of college basketball’s most storied programs for a much‑anticipated opener. Tickets will go on sale June 4 at 10 a.m. EDT, and Syracuse season tickets can be purchased at cuse.com/tickets.
A Rivalry Renewed
The Orange hold a 6‑1 edge in the all‑time series, highlighted by a one‑point victory over the Hoosiers in the 1987 NCAA Championship and a 61‑50 win in the 2013 Sweet 16. Syracuse has also posted home victories in 2013 and 2021, while neutral‑site tournament meetings in 1988, 1990 and 1998 added three more triumphs.
Both teams enter the matchup with new leadership. Gerry McNamara, a Syracuse alum who guided Siena to the 2026 NCAA Tournament, begins his first season as head coach, while Indiana’s Darian DeVries, in his second year with the Hoosiers, looks to build on an 18‑14 record from last season.
Roster turnover will be a key storyline. Syracuse will field two returning sophomores, six transfers and four freshmen, whereas Indiana’s top transfers, Aiden Sherrell and Markus Burton, headline a group that also includes standout guard Kiyan Anthony and forward Sadiq White Jr.
Fans can expect an electric atmosphere as the programs aim to add another chapter to their storied history, with the game promising to showcase the depth and talent of both squads.