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The Pitt News

The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

Pitt men’s basketball walk on the court during the game against UNC in the Petersen Events Center on Tuesday, Jan. 28.

Pitt men’s basketball trampled by SMU

By Kaitlyn Griffin, Staff Writer February 12, 2025

After falling by one to North Carolina, Pitt men’s basketball (14-10, 5-8 ACC) traveled to Dallas to take on SMU (19-5, 10-3 ACC) in a game that was a must-win to keep any hopes of a March Madness tournament...

Redshirt senior forward Zach Austin celebrates during Pitt men’s basketball’s game against North Carolina on Tuesday, Jan 28.

Pitt men’s basketball to travel to UNC just 11 days after their last showdown

By Aidan Kasner, Sports Editor February 7, 2025

Less than a fortnight ago, Pitt men’s basketball hosted North Carolina in what was described as a “pivotal” game. After a back-and-forth 40 minutes, the Panthers clawed away with a 73-65 win against...

Sophomore guard Jaland Lowe (15) celebrates his first basket of the game during Pitt men’s basketball game against Clemson at the Petersen Events Center on Jan. 18.

Pitt men’s basketball ends losing skid with a road win over Syracuse.

By Matthew Scabilloni, Assistant Sports Editor January 25, 2025

Pitt men’s basketball earned a much-needed 77-73 win against Syracuse, ending its four-game losing skid.  Sophomore guard Jaland Lowe led all scorers on Saturday with 22 points — 17 coming in the...

Graduate student guard Damian Dunn (1) maneuvers the ball down the court during the men’s basketball game against Louisville in the Petersen Events Center on Saturday, Jan. 11.

Rebounding rut, Dunn masterclass highlights Pitt men’s basketball’s loss to Louisville

By Aidan Kasner, Sports Editor January 13, 2025

On Saturday afternoon, Pitt men’s basketball missed out on a bounce-back win against Louisville, losing 82-78 at home.  The Panthers underperformed in many aspects, which ultimately lost them the...

The Pitt men's basketball team celebrates during its game against VMI at the Petersen Events Center on Monday, Nov. 18, 2024.

Pitt men’s basketball takes on star-studded Duke

By James Carter, Staff Writer January 7, 2025

In a potential preview of the ACC Championship, Pitt men’s basketball will travel to Durham, North Carolina, on Tuesday night to take on No. 4 Duke. Both teams started the season strong and are highly...

Sophomore guard Jaland Lowe (15) prepares to dunk the ball during the basketball game against Murray State in the Petersen Events Center on Saturday, Nov. 9.

Takeaways | Pitt men’s basketball on track for strong season, will face road bumps

By Aidan Kasner, Sports Editor December 2, 2024

Thanksgiving break was a busy time for Pitt men’s basketball, and the Panthers took their opportunity and feasted — even coming back for seconds. Pitt went 2-1 in its three-game stint over the break,...

Senior guard Ishmael Leggett (5) prepares to shoot the ball during the Pitt men's basketball game against West Virginia in the Petersen Events Center on Friday, Nov. 15.

Takeaways from Pitt men’s basketball’s dominating win over rival West Virginia

By Camille de Jesus, Staff Writer November 18, 2024

On Friday night, Pitt men’s basketball took on West Virginia in the 191st edition of the Backyard Brawl on the hardwood. The Panthers leaned into this rivalry to gain some passion and played a strong...

Junior forward Cameron Corhen (2) dunks during Pitt men’s basketball’s scrimmage at the Petersen Events Center on Tuesday, Oct. 22.

Photos: Pitt Men’s Basketball takes down Point Park 93-62

By Hannah Levine, Senior Staff Photographer October 23, 2024

Pitt men’s basketball took down Point Park 93-62 in a scrimmage at the Petersen Events Center on Tuesday, Oct. 22.

Pittsburgh head coach Jeff Capel works the bench during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Boston College of the Atlantic Coast Conference men's tournament, Tuesday, March 8, 2022, in New York.

Pitt men’s basketball lands FSU transfer Cam Corhen

By Jermaine Sykes, Assistant Sports Editor April 16, 2024

Pitt men’s basketball is starting early in the transfer portal this offseason, earning a commitment from Florida State sophomore forward Cam Corhen. Corhen entered the portal after averaging 9.4 points...

K.J. Marshall poses for a photo wearing fraternity letters in a Pitt practice gymnasium.

KJ Marshall: An unlikely journey to and from Pitt

By Jermaine Sykes, Assistant Sports Editor April 16, 2024

Being 5-foot-8 and playing Division I basketball is no easy feat. The average height for DI basketball players is nearly a foot taller. But for graduate student KJ Marshall, playing up to a challenge is...

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