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The Pitt News

Junior guard Ishmael Leggett (5) shoots during a game against Notre Dame at the Petersen Events Center on Saturday.

Pitt men’s basketball advances to ACC semifinals with win over Wake Forest

By Matthew Scabilloni, Senior Staff Writer March 14, 2024

Coming into Thursday, bracketologists tagged Pitt men’s basketball’s ACC Tournament matchup against Wake Forest as a must-win for each team. But the Panthers were up to the challenge, defeating the...

Pitt men’s basketball gears up for ACC Tournament matchup

Pitt men’s basketball gears up for ACC Tournament matchup

By Matthew Scabilloni, Senior Staff Writer March 13, 2024

It’s the postseason for Pitt men’s basketball. The Panthers have to win their ACC Tournament quarterfinal matchup against Wake Forest to keep their hopes of earning a bid to the NCAA Tournament alive. Regular...

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.

The Oakland Zoo attempts to distract Notre Dame players for a foul shot during a game against Notre Dame at the Petersen Events Center on Feb. 4.

Oakland Zoo leaders reflect on season and upcoming tournaments

By James Carter, Staff Writer March 6, 2024

Pitt men’s basketball is having one of its most interesting seasons in recent memory. The Panthers’ return to the NCAA Tournament last season brought plenty of hype to students and fans of the program....

First-year guard Carlton Carrington (7) dribbles against Louisville in the Petersen Events Center on Feb. 17.

Pitt men’s basketball cannot afford a slip up against Florida State

By Jack Markowski, Senior Staff Writer March 3, 2024

Pitt men’s basketball (19-10, 10-8 ACC) is gearing up for the final week of the regular season, which starts off with a home contest against Florida State (15-14, 9-9 ACC). The Panthers’ NCAA tournament...

Redshirt junior forward Zack Austin (55) signals to teammates during a game against Virginia Tech in the Petersen Events Center on Feb. 24.

Pitt men’s basketball cruises past Boston College

By Lily Goldstein, Staff Writer March 3, 2024

Pitt men’s basketball traveled to Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, on Saturday to play a quad-two game against Boston College, looking to build on its ACC record with just two more games in the regular...

Sophomore forward Guillermo Diaz Graham (25) shoots a layup during Saturday evening’s game against Virginia Tech in the Petersen Events Center.

Pitt men’s basketball falls to Clemson in crucial game

By Matthew Scabilloni, Senior Staff Writer February 28, 2024

Pitt men’s basketball fell to Clemson 69-62 on Tuesday night in a game that they absolutely had to win in order to earn an at-large bid to the NCAA Tournament.  Pitt First-year guard Carlton “Bub”...

Sophomore forward Guillermo Diaz Graham (25) shoots a layup during Saturday evening’s game against Virginia Tech in the Petersen Events Center.

Photos: Pitt men’s basketball defeats Virginia Tech 79-64

By Liam Sullivan, Staff Photographer February 24, 2024

The Pitt Panthers defeated the Virginia Tech Hokies 79-64 on Saturday night in the Petersen Events Center.  

Senior forward Blake Hinson (2) dribbles towards the basket during Saturday night's game against Louisville in the Petersen Events Center.

Photos: Pitt men’s basketball defeats Louisville 86-59

By Kaylee Uribe, Senior Staff Photographer February 18, 2024

The Pitt Panthers defeated the Louisville Cardinals 86-59 on Saturday night at the Petersen Events Center.

A referee holds a basketball in the Petersen Events Center.

Column | Times that refs screwed over Pitt fans

By Eli Smith, Staff Writer February 14, 2024

Valentine’s Day is upon us, and love is in the air. The weather is warm, the birds are chirping and happy couples are all around. But not everyone is so lucky to have someone to hold. What are single...

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