MIAMI _ Syracuse junior Arinze Onuaku wants to enjoy at least a little of the South Beach atmosphere. With a hectic schedule Thursday _ that includes practice and media interviews _ Onuaku has already designated the perfect time to take in Ocean Drive.

On Friday afternoon ... after the Orange defeats Stephen F. Austin in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.

"We're focused, but after we get our win (Friday), we can walk around, have a little bit of time and get back to game plan."

Bold words, but The `Cuse should tread carefully. It has lost the opener in its last two NCAA appearances.

--Shandel Richardson

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