Why Tyus Battle's decision to withdraw from the NBA Draft was absolutely crucial for Syracuse Posted May 31, 2018 Syracuse is coming off a Sweet 16 appearance pulled out of a hat after many pundits believed the Orange were NIT-bound following a 20-13 season that ended with a tie for 10th in the ACC. Instead, Jim Boeheim's team got an at-large bid and broke through to the second weekend for the second time in three years. Tyus Battle was the centerpiece of Syracuse's success last season. (CBS Sports)