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Pitt basketball’s NCAA tournament run ends in second round with 84-73 loss

By Richie Smiechowski, Sports Editor • March 19, 2023

On the brink of their first Sweet 16 appearance since 2009, No. 11 Pitt basketball’s NCAA tournament run came to a screeching halt at the hands of No. 3 Xavier’s impressive offensive showing.

Preview | Pitt takes on Xavier for a chance at Sweet 16

By Jermaine Sykes, Senior Staff Writer • March 19, 2023

Pitt faces Xavier, coached by former Pitt guard Sean Miller, in the second round of the NCAA tournament today at 12:10 p.m. Senior Staff Writer Jermaine Sykes offers a preview of the second round matchup.

‘It’s just surreal’: Oakland Zoo leaders travel to Greensboro, reflect on Pitt basketball’s tournament run

By Richie Smiechowski, Sports Editor • March 19, 2023

Leadership from Pitt basketball’s student section, the Oakland Zoo, has loyally traveled alongside the team through their NCAA tournament run. They hope to provide both the players and the fans with an extra boost of energy for as long as the Panthers journey lasts.

Men’s basketball takeaways | Diaz Graham brothers shine, offense needs a spark

By Jack Markowski, Senior Staff Writer • March 18, 2023

Pitt men’s basketball moved on to the Round of 32 with a 59-41 blowout against Iowa State. Senior Staff Writer Jack Markowski provides takeaways from the contest.

Pitt captures first NCAA Tournament round of 64 win since 2014, outpaces Iowa State 59-41

By Richie Smiechowski, Sports Editor • March 17, 2023

No. 11 Pitt cruised to a first round upset over No. 6 Iowa State, taking advantage of the Cyclones offensive troubles and winning handily 59-41. It's the Panthers first Round of 64 win since 2014.

Preview | Pitt looks to continue tournament run against Iowa State

By Matthew Scabilloni, Staff Writer • March 17, 2023

Pitt men’s basketball isn’t done yet. The Panthers defeated Mississippi State, earning themselves in the round of 64 and a chance to continue their tournament run. But in their way is Iowa State — a scrappy, defensive-minded team out of the Big-12.

Men’s basketball takeaways | Cummings steps up, Panthers’ lack of size is a major issue

By Jack Markowski, Staff Writer • March 15, 2023

Pitt men’s basketball secured its first NCAA tournament victory in nine years against Mississippi State 60-59. Staff Writer Jack Markowski provides takeaways from the contest

‘It’s a dogfight’: Pitt men’s basketball edges out Mississippi State 60-59 in NCAA tournament First Four

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor • March 15, 2023

After a seven-year hiatus, the Pitt men’s basketball team returned to the NCAA tournament in dramatic fashion. The Panthers narrowly defeated Mississippi State 60-59, earning their first tournament win since 2014.

Pitt students embrace excitement, unpredictability of team’s first NCAA tournament in seven years

By Richie Smiechowski, Sports Editor • March 14, 2023

Students in Oakland were buzzing about Pitt’s first NCAA tournament appearance in seven years. For all students from first years to seniors, there was plenty of excitement and support behind the team heading into the Panthers First Four game on Tuesday night.

Mississippi State student newspaper breaks down the Bulldogs ahead of First Four match-up

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor • March 14, 2023

Who better to talk about an opponent than the opponent themselves? The Pitt News talks with Mississippi State’s student newspaper, The Reflector, ahead of first four matchup.