Syracuse

Syracuse survives scare. Beats BYU 80-75
On the right, Syracuse guard Gerry McNamara shoots for three points and BYU's Mike Hall attempts to block in Denver during the first round of the NCAA (news - web sites) men's college basketball tournament, Thursday, March 18, 2004. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
McNamara finished with 43 points.
Thursday, March 18 | First Round
ESPN's PLAYER OF THE DAY: Gerry McNamara, Syracuse
Sophomore guard Gerry McNamara scored 43 big points, and he was clearly the player of the day. He put on an offensive clinic in the first round. McNamara was clutch with key shots and big free throws all game long.