The Seton Hall Pirates finally connected on their first 3-point shot but still trail the No. 4 Syracuse Orange at the first TV timeout of the second half, 28-26.
Syracuse starting guard Brandon Triche netted five points — a 3-pointer and a lay up after a steal — during the four minute span to help SU keep its lead.
Kris Joseph has a team-high 10 points.
Seton Hall’s leading rebounder Herb Pope has three fouls.