Second half surge lifts Pitt over NC State, 71-69, for first time since 2014

By Stephen Thompson, Sports Editor • February 12, 2022

Jeff Capel said Saturday that there are “so many ways to lose” in college basketball. Pitt explored many of those ways, but made enough timely plays to escape with a 71-69 win over NC State — its first against the Wolfpack since 2014.

Ithiel Horton suspended indefinitely after Saturday arrest

By Stephen Thompson, Sports Editor • November 8, 2021

Pitt athletics suspended guard Ithiel Horton indefinitely on Monday, following assault charges filed against him after allegedly hitting a police officer in the face on Saturday morning in the South Side.

Panthers doomed by short Cavalier burst, lose to UVA 73-66

By Stephen Thompson, Assistant Sports Editor • February 8, 2021

Pitt men’s basketball was in control for most of the game, but a short run early in the second half cemented UVA’s 73-66 win over the Panthers on Saturday afternoon.

Monstrous second-half comeback gives Pitt first win over Syracuse in Jeff Capel era

By Alex Lehmbeck, Sports Editor • January 8, 2021

Pitt beat Syracuse for the first time since 2017 behind a thrilling second half comeback.

Horton corrects cold shooting, Panthers crush ‘Canes 70-55

By Stephen Thompson, Assistant Sports Editor • December 16, 2020

Pitt men’s basketball (5-1 overall, 1-0 ACC) made their longest road trip of the season on Wednesday night and came away with a win against a shorthanded Miami (3-2 overall, 0-1 ACC). Junior forward Au’Diese Toney’s efficient scoring was aided by a breakout performance from redshirt sophomore guard Ithiel Horton in the victory.

3-point barrage gives Pitt blowout 89-59 win over Northern Illinois

By Alex Lehmbeck, Sports Editor • December 6, 2020

Nonconference games against non-power five programs aren’t supposed to be stressful. The Panthers first two games of the season featured tight matchups, but Pitt (2-1) finally earned a worry-free blowout victory on Saturday, defeating the Northern Illinois Huskies (0-3) 89-59 at the Petersen Events Center.

Capel’s best newcomers are ready for the spotlight

By Sam Krimins, Staff Writer • July 23, 2020

The 2020 Pitt men’s basketball recruiting class enters Oakland ahead of one of the most highly anticipated seasons in recent memory. From sharpshooters to high flyers, this season welcomes a plethora of must-watch talent.

Newcomers to shuffle Pitt basketball rotations

By Elliott Borawski, Staff Writer • March 18, 2020

With Pitt basketball officially ending their season with a record of 16-17 and 6-14 in conference play, it is time to look forward to next season. As the Panthers welcome new faces into the fold, there will be a fight for playing time and a different rotation will surely be in order for next season.

Horton earns high praise from Capel, Johnson

By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor • February 25, 2020

One topic surprisingly rose to the forefront of Pitt basketball’s Monday media session — the behind-the-scenes play of sophomore transfer guard Ithiel Horton.