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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
Pitt scores during the men’s basketball game against West Virginia on Nov. 11, 2022.

Sports Podcast | Will Pitt men’s basketball make the ACC Championships?

By Sinead McDevitt, Brian Sherry, and Jermaine Sykes • January 31, 2023
Staff writers Brian Sherry and Jermaine Sykes discuss what’s next for Pitt men’s basketball and who the team might face if it makes it to the ACC Championships.
Pitt scores during the men’s basketball game against West Virginia on Nov. 11, 2022.

Column | Pitt basketball is poised for tournament berth, but must avoid low-quadrant losses

By Frankie Richetti, Senior Staff Writer • January 31, 2023
With just a few weeks left before March Madness begins, Senior Staff Writer Frankie Richetti argues that Pitt men’s basketball is in a great position to make the tournament, barring any more blemishes against Quadrant 3-4 teams.
Graduate student guard Nelly Cummings (0) attempts to shoot the ball during the Pitt men's basketball game against Miami Saturday afternoon.

Men’s basketball takeaways | Hinson returns to form, Panthers continue to pull off comeback wins

By Jack Markowski, Staff Writer • January 29, 2023
Pitt men’s basketball earned two huge ACC wins over Wake Forest and Miami last week. Staff Writer Jack Markowski provides takeaways from the two contests, highlighting Blake Hinson’s hot streak and the Panthers’ recent struggles defending the perimeter.
Graduate student guard Jamarius Burton (11) avoids a Miami player during Pitt men's basketball's game against Miami Saturday afternoon.

Late-game heroics push Panthers to win in key ACC matchup against No. 20 Miami

By Jermaine Sykes, Senior Staff Writer • January 29, 2023
Down 8 with 2:26 to go, it looked as if Pitt men’s basketball would have another crushing defeat to a conference opponent. But the Panthers pulled it out, as the team went on an 11-0 run to end the game and win another nail biter against No. 20 Miami
Graduate student guard Greg Elliott (3) attempts to pass the ball during Pitt men's basketball's game against Wake Forest on Wednesday, Jan. 25.

Preview | Panthers head into most important game of the year against No. 20 Miami

By Jermaine Sykes, Assistant Sports Editor • January 27, 2023
Pitt men’s basketball is set to finish off their three-game homestand against No. 20 Miami. After a big home win against Wake Forest, the Panthers need to stay hot to beat Miami in a game with major NCAA tournament implications.
Graduate student guard Nelly Cummings (0) dribbles the ball during Pitt men's basketball's game against Wake Forest on Wednesday, Jan. 25.

Pitt men’s basketball earn crucial win over Wake Forest 81-79

By Jack Markowski, Staff Writer • January 26, 2023
Coming off of a loss to Florida State, Pitt men's basketball bounced back and earned a pivotal victory over the Wake Forest Demon Deacons in a meeting of NCAA tournament hopefuls.
Graduate student guard Jamarius Burton (11) and a crowd of players chase after the ball during Pitt men’s basketball’s game against Florida State on Saturday.

Men’s basketball takeaways | Burton continues stellar season, offense must find consistency

By Jack Markowski, Staff Writer • January 24, 2023
Pitt men’s basketball split their two ACC matchups last week against Louisville and Florida State. Staff Writer Jack Markowski provides takeaways from contests, highlighting Jamarius Burton’s strong performances and the team’s offensive woes.
Louisville guard El Ellis (3) attempts a layup past Pittsburgh guard Greg Elliott (3) during the second half of a college basketball game in Louisville, Ky., on Wednesday, Jan. 18.

Panthers blow out Louisville on the road 75-54

By Jack Markowski, Staff Writer • January 18, 2023
Pitt basketball continued their impressive run against ACC competition with a 75-54 road victory over the Louisville Cardinals behind a strong performance from their backcourt.
Sophomore center Federiko Federiko (23) dunks the ball during Pitt men’s basketball’s game against Tennessee Martin on Nov. 7, 2022.

Men’s basketball takeaways | Sibande excels, rebounding needs improvement

By Jermaine Sykes, Senior Staff Writer • January 16, 2023
Pitt took a trip down south for two road games against Duke and Georgia Tech. The Panthers split the contests, falling to Duke and defeating Georgia Tech. Staff Writer Jermaine Sykes offers his takeaways from the contests.
Duke's Dariq Whitehead (0) handles the ball as Pittsburgh's Nike Sibande (22) defends during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game in Durham, N.C., Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2023.

Panthers men’s basketball falls to No. 24 Blue Devils 77-69, despite an 11-point halftime lead

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor • January 11, 2023
Pitt men’s basketball looked to pick up another rank against No. 24 Duke on Wednesday night in Durham, North Carolina. But the Panthers fell flat in the second half and fell to the Blue Devils 77-69, despite an 11-point halftime lead.
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