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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
Pitt basketball player Nojus Indrušaitis (25) swings from the basket at the Petersen Events Center during Monday’s basketball game.

Photos: Pitt Men’s Basketball vs. Pitt-Johnstown

By Akshath Puli, Assistant Visuals Editor • October 28, 2025

Photos: Pitt Men's Basketball vs. Pitt-Johnstown

Pitt basketball player Omari Witherspoon (8) during the game against Providence at the Petersen Events Center on Sunday.

Photos: Pitt Men’s Basketball vs Providence

By Akshath Puli, Staff Photographer • October 20, 2025

Pitt men's basketball plays Providence on Sunday Oct. 19, 2025.

A 3D rendering of 76 Place, the new 76ers arena.

Opinion | I’m pissed off about the new Sixers arena — and so are most Philadelphians

By Irene Moran, Senior Staff Columnist • September 30, 2024
On Sept. 18, the mayor of Philadelphia, Cherelle Parker, approved the new 76ers arena proposal. I, amongst many other Philadelphians, am outraged by this,
New York Knicks forward Precious Achiuwa (5) shoots over Philadelphia 76ers guard Kelly Oubre Jr., rear, in red, during the first half of an NBA basketball game in New York on Sunday, March 10, 2024. (AP Photo/Peter K. Afriyie)

Column | Former Villanova fanatic watches “Nova Knicks” take down Sixers in NBA Playoffs

By Aidan Kasner, Sports Editor • May 23, 2024

I can still picture it. I was a 12-year-old boy living in a suburb just outside of Philly. Classic, I know. Like most in my age group, I was obsessed with sports. I specifically loved basketball and the...

Redshirt junior forward Zack Austin (55) dunks the ball during Tuesday night’s game against Florida State in the Petersen Events Center.

Photos: Men’s basketball wins against Florida State 88–73

By Nate Yonamine, Assistant Visual Editor • March 6, 2024

The Pitt Panthers defeated the Florida State Seminoles 88-73 on Tuesday night in the Petersen Events Center.

Photos: Women’s basketball loses 58-84 to Boston College

By Nate Yonamine, Assistant Visual Editor • March 4, 2024

Pitt women’s basketball loses during senior night and final home game against Boston College 58-85 on Sunday in the Petersen Events Center.

The Pitt News Sports Podcast | Inside the NCAA and college basketball

By Jermaine Sykes and Matthew Scabilloni • March 1, 2024
Jermaine Sykes sits down with returning guest and senior staff writer Matthew Scabilloni on “The Pitt News Sports Podcast” to discuss the new NCAA Football 25, the recent change of two major rules in NCAA women’s volleyball and Pitt men’s and women’s basketball programs.
First-year guard Jaland Lowe (15) motions to fans during Saturday evening’s game against Virginia Tech in the Petersen Events Center.

Pitt men’s basketball showcases versatility against Virginia Tech

By Matthew Scabilloni, Senior Staff Writer • February 26, 2024

On Saturday, Pitt men’s basketball won a game they needed to win to keep alive their hopes of earning an at-large bid to the NCAA Tournament.  The Panthers kept their at-large hopes alive because...

Senior forward Liatu King (2) faces defensive pressure during Thursday evening’s game against Wake Forest in the Petersen Events Center.

Photos: Women’s basketball loses to Wake Forest 65-50

By Evan Fuccio, Staff Photographer • February 23, 2024

Pitt women’s basketball failed to repeat their win against Clemson, losing to Wake Forest 50-65 on Thursday night in the Petersen Events Center.

The Pitt News Sports Podcast | The future of Pitt basketball and Super Bowl predictions

By Jermaine Sykes and Matthew Scabilloni • February 14, 2024

On this episode of “The Pitt News Sports Podcast,” assistant sports editor Jermaine Sykes and senior staff writer Matthew Scabilloni sit down for a challenge. Not only do the pair have a handful of...

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