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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...

Head Coach Jeff Capel speaks to the team during a game against Notre Dame at the Petersen Events Center on Feb. 4.

Pitt men’s basketball aims to build on winning streak against red-hot Virginia

By Jack Markowski, Senior Staff Writer February 13, 2024

Pitt men’s basketball’s (15-8, 6-6 ACC) three-game winning streak is on the line heading into Tuesday night’s game against No. 21 Virginia (19-5, 10-3 ACC). While Pitt is one of the hottest teams...

Senior forward Liatu King searches for an open teammate during Sunday afternoon’s game against NC State in the Petersen Events Center.

Photos: Women’s basketball loses to NC State 47-83

By Liam Sullivan, Staff Photographer February 12, 2024

Pitt women’s basketball falters against the NC State Wolfpack, losing Sunday afternoon’s game in the Petersen Events Center 47-83.

Sophomore guard Aislin Malcolm (20) looks for an opening during Sunday afternoon’s game against NC State in the Petersen Events Center.

Pitt women’s basketball falls to NC State in blowout loss

By Ari Meyer, Staff Writer February 12, 2024

Pitt women’s basketball came into Sunday’s contest against No. 3 NC State with high hopes. The Panthers hoped to pull off the impossible and come away with an upset at their annual Pink the Pete game...

Senior forward Liatu King (2) reaches for the ball during Thursday’s game against Florida State at the Petersen Events Center.

Photos: Women’s basketball falls to Florida State

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor February 9, 2024

Pitt women’s basketball falls to the Florida State Seminoles 60-76 on Thursday night at the Petersen Events Center.

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