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
Pitt junior forward Blake Hinson (2) attempts to make a basket during Wednesday’s scrimmage game against Edinboro.

Hinson, Panthers impress in exhibition game vs. Edinboro

By Ben Pisano, Staff Writer • November 4, 2022
Pitt men’s basketball showcased their scoring ability in their second scrimmage of the season against Edinboro. The Panthers cruised, winning 92-53 behind 28 first half points from junior forward Blake Hinson.
Guard Jamarius Burton (11) dribbles the ball during the Pitt vs. Minnesota men’s basketball game at the Petersen Events Center on Nov. 30.

Pitt men’s basketball poised to rely on veterans, returning players for 2022-23 season

By Zack Gibney, Senior Staff Writer • November 1, 2022
After consistent off-court turmoil over the past few seasons, Pitt men's basketball will rely on both their experienced transfers and returning veterans to establish a winning culture within the program.
Redshirt senior guard Nike Sibande (22) dribbles the ball down the court during the Pitt vs. Gannon men’s basketball exhibition game on Nov. 1, 2021.

Column | Nike Sibande should come off of the bench for Pitt men’s basketball

By Frankie Richetti, Senior Staff Writer • October 31, 2022
Pitt boasts a deep group of guards this year, forcing head coach Jeff Capel to make some tough decisions. Senior Staff Writer Frankie Richetti argues that Capel should bring senior Nike Sibande off the bench to optimize the roster’s potential.
First-year Pitt men’s basketball guard Dior Johnson is facing assault charges.

District court drops three charges against Dior Johnson, holds strangulation, simple assault charges

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor • October 20, 2022
Magisterial District Judge Mik Pappas dismissed charges of aggravated assault, false imprisonment and unlawful restraint. He still faces strangulation and simple assault charges.
First-year Pitt men’s basketball guard Dior Johnson is facing assault charges.

Pitt’s Dior Johnson facing criminal charges, suspended indefinitely

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor • October 7, 2022
First-year Pitt men’s basketball guard Dior Johnson is facing assault charges, and has been suspended from all team activities indefinitely.
Pitt head coach Jeff Capel works the bench during the first half of a men’s basketball game against Boston College at the ACC men's tournament on Mar. 8, 2022, in New York.

Behind talented additions, Pitt men’s basketball has potential to end NCAA tournament drought

By Richie Smiechowski, Assistant Sports Editor • October 5, 2022
Pitt men’s basketball completely revamped this offseason, adding seven new players to their lineup. Players and staff are encouraged by the new talent and are looking to finally end their NCAA Tournament hiatus.
Freshman guard Dior Johnson at Pitt men’s basketball’s first practice of the season at the Petersen Events Center on Monday afternoon.

Unapologetically himself: Dior Johnson looks to usher in a new era of Pitt hoops

By Zack Gibney, Senior Staff Writer • September 26, 2022
Pitt first-year guard Dior Johnson is no stranger to criticism. While some outsiders don’t take well to his confident nature, Johnson looks to silence these critics with his play and bring a winning basketball team back to Pitt.
Pitt graduate student guard Nelly Cummings (0).

‘Win above all else’: Nelly Cummings looks to put his hometown team back on the map

By Frankie Richetti, Senior Staff Writer • August 12, 2022
At every level, Cummings has enjoyed plenty of success, and one thing is for sure — he’s willing to work and make sure that continues at his hometown school.
Pitt first year forward Guillermo Diaz Graham (25) practices shooting.

New-look basketball roster looks to make noise in ACC in 2022-23 season

By Jack Markowski, Staff Writer • August 4, 2022
With eight scholarship spots up for grabs, Capel changed the team’s makeup and brought in a group of players that has reignited optimism and interest around the program. 
Pittsburgh's John Hugley (23) looks to pass against Boston College's James Karnik (33) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game of the Atlantic Coast Conference men's tournament in March in New York.

Pitt men’s basketball to play 11 out-of-conference games ahead of ACC play in 2022

By Frankie Richetti, Senior Staff Writer • July 19, 2022
Pitt men’s basketball now has its full slate of opponents after releasing its non-conference schedule last week. The Panthers will play 11 games out of conference in preparation for their 20-game slate against ACC opponents. 
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