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Pittsburgh guard Nelly Cummings drives between Georgia Tech guard Dallan Coleman and guard Kyle Sturdivant during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game at the Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament, Wednesday, March 8, 2023, in Greensboro, N.C.

Men’s basketball takeaways | March has created uncertainty for Panthers

By Richie Smiechowski and Frankie Richetti, The Pitt News Staff • March 11, 2023
Following an underwhelming March, Pitt Men’s basketball is potentially on the brink of an NCAA tournament berth. With several bubble teams still playing conference tournament games, Richie Smiechowski and Frankie Richetti outline the Panthers standing before Selection Sunday.
Duke forward Mark Mitchell (25) drives between Pittsburgh forward Blake Hinson (2) and center Federiko Federiko (33) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game at the Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023.

Panthers outmatched by Duke in ACC quarterfinals, lose 96-69

By Richie Smiechowski, Sports Editor • March 9, 2023
Pitt men’s basketball was outmatched in every aspect of the game against Duke on Thursday afternoon. The Panthers ACC tournament run went up in flames, thanks to the 96-69 blowout loss.
Pittsburgh center Federiko Federiko blocks a shot by Georgia Tech forward Javon Franklin during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game at the Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament, Wednesday, March 8, 2023, in Greensboro, N.C.

Preview | Federiko, Burton stellar in victory over Georgia Tech, must stay sharp against Duke

By Jermaine Sykes, Senior Staff Writer • March 9, 2023
Senior Staff Writer Jermaine Sykes gives his takeaways from Pitt’s victory against the Yellow Jackets on Wednesday and offers a preview for the quarterfinal game against No. 21 Duke.
Pittsburgh guard Nelly Cummings drives between Georgia Tech guard Dallan Coleman and guard Kyle Sturdivant during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game at the Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament, Wednesday, March 8, 2023, in Greensboro, N.C.

Pitt men’s basketball earns 89-81 ACC tournament victory against Georgia Tech

By Jack Markowski, Staff Writer • March 8, 2023
Pitt men’s basketball’s offense shined against Georgia Tech, winning 89-81 and putting themselves in a favorable position for a trip to the NCAA tournament. The Panthers will face Duke tomorrow with an ACC semifinal berth at stake.
Pittsburgh forward Jorge Diaz Graham (31) shoots against Miami forward Norchad Omier (15) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Saturday, March 4, 2023, in Coral Gables, Fla.

Preview | The Panthers head into consequential ACC tournament game against Georgia Tech

By Jack Markowski, Staff Writer • March 8, 2023
Pitt men’s basketball is on the cusp of an NCAA tournament berth with Georgia Tech standing in its way. Staff Writer Jack Markowski breaks down the ACC tournament matchup and what to expect on Wednesday afternoon.
Miami forward Norchad Omier (15) passes the ball past Pittsburgh center Federiko Federiko during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Saturday, March 4, 2023, in Coral Gables, Fla.

Panthers fall to Hurricanes at the buzzer, finish fifth in the ACC

By Jermaine Sykes, Senior Staff Writer • March 4, 2023
Pitt men’s basketball fell just short of an ACC regular season title, losing to the Miami Hurricanes 78-76 in the final game of the regular season. The loss moved the Panthers from the No. 1 seed to the No. 5 seed in the ACC tournament.
Junior Holden Phelps, throws a pitch on Tuesday, Feb. 28 against Bucknell at Charles L. Cost Field.

Column | Pitt baseball rotation and bullpen is key to season’s success

By Zack Gibney, Senior Staff Writer • March 3, 2023
Following last season’s disappointing finish, the Pitt baseball team knew change was coming. Still, the reloaded roster hasn’t lived up to expectations. Senior staff writer Zack Gibney argues that the Panther pitching staff needs to improve in 2023.
Pittsburghs Nike Sibande (22) is defended by Notre Dames Nate Laszewski (14) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Wednesday, March 1, 2023, in South Bend, Ind.

Preview | Pitt men’s basketball looks to finish the regular season strong against No. 16 Miami

By Mason Carter, Staff Writer • March 3, 2023
After a disappointing loss to Notre Dame on the road, the Pitt men’s basketball team will look to rebound against No. 16 Miami. A lot is riding on this game, with the winner earning the ACC regular season crown and a No. 1 seed in the conference tournament.
Pittsburghs Blake Hinson (2) fouls Notre Dames Nate Laszewski (14) during an NCAA college basketball game Wednesday, March 1, 2023, in South Bend, Ind.

Pitt men’s basketball drops trap game against Notre Dame 88-81

By Jack Markowski , Staff Writer • March 1, 2023
With a chance to clinch a share of the ACC regular season title, Pitt men’s basketball lost a stinger against Notre Dame, 88-81.
A pile of Pitt footballs.

Braylan Lovelace, Pitt football 2023 recruiting class make press conference debuts

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor • March 1, 2023
Incoming first-year Braylan Lovelace is a leader on the football field, in the classroom and just about everywhere else. He and other recent football signees continue to make their introductory press conferences since national signing day on Feb. 1.
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