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WATCH: Chris Bell Discusses Career Performance, Syracuse's Comeback Win Syracuse forward Chris Bell poured in a career high 25 points to help the Orange rally from a 24 point deficit to beat Colgate 79-75 Tuesday...

NOVEMBER 15, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Plays 28 minutes in return Bell registered three points (1-7 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 0-1 FT), three rebounds, one block and one steal across 28 minutes during Saturday's 72-63 victory over Wake Forest.

Impact Bell returned to Syracuse's starting rotation after being held out of each of the previous two contests due to an apparent coach's decision. It's unclear exactly why Bell did not see the court in these contests despite appearing to be healthy, though it appears he should be set to reprise his usual role in the Orange's starting rotation heading into Wednesday's rematch with Wake Forest in the ACC Tournament. Bell has averaged 6.5 points and 1.8 rebounds while starting all 29 of his appearances this season.

MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to starting unit Bell is in the starting five for Saturday's game versus Wake Forest.

Impact Bell will replace Justin Taylor in the starting five Saturday. Bell didn't play in Syracuse's last two outings, despite being available, but appears set to resume his typical role.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pulled from rotation Bell appears to have fallen out of the rotation after not playing the last two games, Cuse Sports Talk reports.

Impact Bell has looked healthy during warmups for each of the last two games, but ultimately did not see the floor. For much of the season the freshman has been a pretty solid piece, but he likely did something to upset coach Jim Boehiem. It's unclear if Bell will return to the rotation this season.

MARCH 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not in starting lineup Tuesday Bell (undisclosed) is not listed in the starting five for Tuesday's game against Georgia Tech.

Impact The freshman will not be in the starting lineup Tuesday as he didn't play in his last game due to an undisclosed injury. If Bell doesn't play against Georgia Tech, his next chance to return would be Saturday against Wake Forest.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

No action Saturday Bell (undisclosed) did not take the court in Saturday's 99-82 loss to Pittsburgh.

Impact The first red flag popped up when Bell was not given the starting nod after starting each of the previous 28 games for the Orange this season. It was a similar situation with Maliq Brown conceding starting duties to Benny Williams, though Brown ended up getting in the game. It's unclear if this is injury-related or just a coach's decision to hold out Bell. His next chance to compete will be Tuesday against Georgia Tech.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not listed in starting five Bell is not listed in the starting lineup ahead of Saturday's game against Pittsburgh, Mike Waters of The Syracuse Post-Standard reports.

Impact Bell is not in the starting lineup as the Orange introduce a different starting five with Benny Williams and Justin Taylor getting the starting nods. This season, Bell has started in all 28 of his starts, averaging 6.6 points and 1.7 rebounds in 19.6 minutes per game.

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Steps up into starting five Bell will start Saturday's game versus Notre Dame.

Impact Bell was already expected to be available despite suffering a leg injury during the Jan. 11 win over Virginia Tech, and it appears this injury will not even keep him from retaining his usual starting role Saturday. Over 17 starts this season, the 6-foot-7 freshman has averaged 6.7 points and 1.5 boards while playing 18.4 minutes per contest.

JANUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will be available Saturday Bell (leg) will be available for Saturday's matchup against Notre Dame, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact The freshman will be available after being a game-time decision for Saturday's game against Notre Dame. Bell is averaging 6.7 points and 1.5 rebounds per game this season.

JANUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers leg injury Bell suffered a leg injury during the Orange's 82-72 win Wednesday versus Virginia Tech.

Impact Bell damaged one of his legs while diving to receive a loose ball. Currently, the Orange's next game is when they host Notre Dame on Saturday.

JANUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in scrimmage Bell had three points (1-9 FG, 1-6 3Pt) and three rebounds across 13 minutes in Tuesday's 86-68 exhibition victory over Indiana (PA).

Impact Bell (formerly known as Chris Bunch) is part of a young Syracuse team that includes a six-man freshman class, so it was certainly notable he drew the start over fellow freshman wings Justin Taylor and Quadir Copeland. Shooting was a struggle for Bell, however, which resulted in both aforementioned options seeing more minutes and producing more points off the bench. It appears that Judah Mintz, Joe Girard, Benny Williams and Jesse Edwards are all likely set for starting spots, but the small forward role may still be up for grabs. Bell has another exhibition contest Nov. 1 to help make his case.

OCTOBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE