The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
Virginia Tech's Mylyjael Poteat (34) score past Pittsburgh's Guillermo Diaz Graham (25) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game in Blacksburg, Va., Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023.

Pitt men’s basketball squanders key opportunity against Virginia Tech, 79-72

By Jack Markowski, Staff Writer • February 18, 2023
On the heels of a lengthy winning streak, Pitt men’s basketball dropped their first ACC contest in almost a month on Saturday against Virginia Tech, 79-72.
Sophomore center Federiko Federiko (33) dunks the ball during Pitt men’s basketball’s game against Boston College.

Preview: Panthers men’s basketball looks to keep it rolling vs. Virginia Tech

By Jermaine Sykes, Senior Staff Writer • February 17, 2023
The Pitt men’s basketball finds itself, for the first time, atop the ACC at the midway point of February, with just five games remaining. Senior staff writer Jermaine Sykes breaks down their Saturday matchup vs Virginia Tech.
Graduate student guard Nelly Cummings (0) and graduate student guard Greg Elliott (3) celebrate during Pitt men's basketball's game against Wake Forest on Wednesday, Jan. 25.

Column | NET rankings are unjustly punishing Pitt men’s basketball

By Mason Carter, Staff Writer • February 17, 2023
Despite their recent national success, Pitt men’s basketball remains outside the top 25 in the AP poll and NET rankings. Staff writer Mason Carter argues that these rankings are unjustly punishing Pitt for early season losses.
Junior forward Blake Hinson (2) sits on the ground after making a three-pointer against Boston College as the rest of the team celebrates.

Photos: Pitt men’s basketball defeats Boston College 77-58

By Ethan Shulman, Staff Photographer • February 15, 2023

Pitt men’s basketball defeated Boston College 77-58 at the Petersen Events Center Tuesday night. Pitt is currently 12-3 and ranked first in the ACC.

Junior forward Blake Hinson (2) celebrates during Pitt men’s basketball’s game against Louisville on Feb. 7.

Men’s basketball takeaways | Sibande shines as sixth man, Panthers deserve national recognition

By Jack Markowski, Staff Writer • February 13, 2023
Pitt men’s basketball notched another pair of ACC wins last week, defeating Louisville and Florida State. Staff Writer Jack Markowski provides takeaways from the two contests.
Pittsburgh center Federiko Federiko (33) goes in for a dunk against North Carolina during the second half ofan NCAA college basketball game Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2023, in Chapel Hill, N.C.

Panthers get revenge, win 11th ACC contest vs. FSU

By Jermaine Sykes, Senior Staff Writer • February 11, 2023
Three weeks ago the Panthers suffered one of their worst losses of the year at home against Florida State. This Saturday, they avenged their loss and momentarily put themselves in first place in the ACC.
Syracuse head coach Jim Boeheim, left, gives instructions to guard Justin Taylor during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Virginia in Syracuse, N.Y., Monday, Jan. 30, 2023. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus)

Column | Jim Boeheim is wrong about Pitt and the NIL

By Mason Carter, Staff Writer • February 9, 2023
Last week, Syracuse head coach Jim Boeheim accused Pitt and other ACC teams of buying their rosters via NIL deals. Staff writer Mason Carter breaks down Boeheim’s comments and argues against the legendary coach’s opinion.
Redshirt senior guard Nike Sibande (22) battles for the ball during Pitt men’s basketball’s game against Florida State on Jan 21.

Preview | The Panthers look to defeat Louisville and Florida State, rise up ACC rankings

By Jack Markowski, Staff Writer • February 6, 2023
After a run of key ACC victories, Pitt men’s basketball has an opportunity to beef up their record against Louisville and Florida State. Staff Writer Jack Markowski breaks down the two games and what to expect for each matchup.
Pitt scores during the men’s basketball game against West Virginia on Nov. 11, 2022.

Reloading and rebooting: A look at Pitt basketball’s 2023 recruiting

By Ben Pisano, Senior Staff Writer • February 5, 2023
The Pitt men’s and women’s basketball programs are heading in two very different directions right now. Nonetheless, both programs have intriguing recruits for the 2023 class. Staff writer Ben Pisano breaks down both programs' incoming players.
Pittsburgh center Federiko Federiko (33) goes in for a dunk against North Carolina during the second half ofan NCAA college basketball game Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2023, in Chapel Hill, N.C.

Pitt men’s basketball comes away with another crucial win over North Carolina 65-64

By Jack Markowski, Staff Writer • February 1, 2023
Following a big win over Miami last Saturday, Pitt men’s basketball earned another crucial ACC victory over the North Carolina Tar Heels, winning 65-64 in a fast-paced and chippy contest.
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