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The Pitt News

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...

Sophomore forward Guillermo Diaz Graham (25) shoots during a game against Notre Dame at the Petersen Events Center on Saturday.

Jaland Lowe leads Pitt to win over NC State

By Aidan Kasner, Staff Writer February 7, 2024

Pitt men's basketball (15-8, ACC 6-6) traveled to Raleigh, North Carolina, to take on the ACC rival NC State (15-8 (7-5)), looking to increase its winning streak. Each team headed into the night hoping...

Sophomore forward Guillermo Diaz Graham (25) shoots during a game against Notre Dame at the Petersen Events Center on Saturday.

Pitt men’s basketball gears up for difficult matchup with NC State

By Jack Markowski, Senior Staff Writer February 6, 2024

Pitt men’s basketball (14-8, 5-6 ACC) is on a roll heading into a road game against NC State (15-7, 7-4 ACC) that holds major implications. The Panthers will focus on continuing their climb up the conference...

First-year forward Jaland Lowe (15) dribbles during a game against Notre Dame at the Petersen Events Center on Saturday.

Pitt men’s basketball gains momentum against Notre Dame

By Camille de Jesus, Staff Writer February 5, 2024

Pitt men's basketball (14-8, ACC 5-6) earned another ACC win at home on Saturday against Notre Dame (7-15, ACC 2-9). This marked the 300th win for Pitt basketball at the Petersen Events Center.  Here...

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

Photos: Pitt defeats Notre Dame 70-60 for win No. 300 at the Pete

By Bronco York, Staff Photographer February 4, 2024

The Pitt Panthers defeated Notre Dame Fighting Irish 70-60 on Saturday night at the Petersen Events Center. The win marked the No. 300 all-time victory for the team at the Petersen Events Center.

Graduate student guard Nelly Cummings (0) dodges Wake Forest players during Pitt men's basketball's game on Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2023.

Pitt men’s basketball prepares for tough test against Wake Forest

By Jack Markowski, Senior Staff Writer January 30, 2024

Pitt men’s basketball (12-8, 3-6 ACC) returns home following a three-game road trip for a pivotal matchup against Wake Forest (13-6, 5-3 ACC) on Wednesday. After falling just short of a comeback win...

Senior forward Blake Hinson (2) pivots with the ball during the game against Duke at the Petersen Events Center on Tuesday, Jan. 9.

Takeaways | Pitt men’s basketball shows toughness against Duke

By Aidan Kasner, Staff Writer January 22, 2024

For the first time since 1979, unranked Pitt men’s basketball (11-7, 2-5 ACC) took down No. 7 Duke (13-4, 4-2 ACC) in Durham, North Carolina. Here are my takeaways from the game. Setting the tempo...

Senior forward Blake Hinson (2) attempts to shoot the ball during Pitt men's basketball's game against Canisius on Saturday Dec 9, 2023.

Sports news students may have missed over winter break

By Brian Sherry, Sports Editor January 9, 2024

Many students may feel disconnected from Pitt athletics after coming back to campus following winter break. Between spending time with family and trying to survive nearly a month in their hometowns, many...

First-year guard Aaryn Battle (1) controls the ball during the game against Saint Francis at the Petersen Events Center on Wednesday night.

Takeaways | Men’s basketball falters, women’s basketball dominates

By Jack Markowski, Senior Staff Writer December 1, 2023

Pitt men’s and women’s basketball split their contests this week as the men’s team dropped its home ACC-SEC Challenge matchup with Missouri 71-64 before the women’s team defeated Saint Francis...

First-year guard Carlton Carrington (7) dribbles during Tuesday night’s game against Missouri in the Petersen Events Center.

Preview | Pitt men’s basketball kicks off ACC play against Clemson

By Ari Meyer, Staff Writer December 1, 2023

Pitt men’s basketball took on Missouri on Nov. 28 with disappointing results. Due to their lackluster shot selection and Missouri’s superior rebounding, the Panthers lost by seven. Pitt now takes a...

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