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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
Graduate-student guard Damian Dunn (1) shoots the ball during the Pitt men's basketball game against West Virginia in the Petersen Events Center on Friday, Nov. 15.

Panther hoops clawing through national rankings

By Aidan Kasner, Sports Editor • December 2, 2024

At 7-1 through week five of college hoops, Pitt men’s basketball is making their name known as one of the best teams in the country. The Panthers sit at No. 18 in the AP Poll, No. 19 in the Coaches Poll...

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 1, 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,...

NFL playoff predictions and the ÃÈÃÃÉçÇø°²×¿°æÏÂÔØ’s breakout rookie star in this week’s Take Four

NFL playoff predictions and the ÃÈÃÃÉçÇø°²×¿°æÏÂÔØ’s breakout rookie star in this week’s Take Four

By The Pitt News Staff • November 21, 2024

The Eagles could go all the way // Ashley O’Doherty, Staff Writer  After their dominant win against the Commanders, it’s finally time to start considering another possible Super Bowl run for Philadelphia....

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

Pitt men’s basketball trots into Thanksgiving matchups

By Aidan Kasner, Sports Editor • November 21, 2024

As Thanksgiving rolls around the corner, Pitt men’s basketball looks to feast as it stands in front of a schedule tabled with tough nonconference competitors.  Cited as a big reason as to why the...

Sophomore Guard Jaland Lowe (15) drives the ball during Pitt men’s basketball’s game against VMI at the Petersen Events Center on Monday, Nov. 18.

Pitt men’s basketball topples VMI

By Zane Ingram, Staff Writer • November 19, 2024

Pitt men’s basketball (4-0, 0-0 ACC) took on VMI (4-1, 0-0 SOCON) on Monday night at the Petersen Events Center. Sophomore guard Jaland Lowe posted a triple-double as Pitt thrashed VMI 93-48, the first...

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 17, 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...

Pitt team manager KJ Marshall attempts a layup during the Pitt manager’s game against the West Virginia managers on Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024, on the Pitt basketball practice court.

‘It means a lot’: Pitt men’s basketball managers face off against West Virginia counterparts

By Ari Meyer, Staff Writer • November 17, 2024

Everyone knows about the Backyard Brawl. Whether on the football field or the basketball court, the rivalry between Pitt and West Virginia runs deep. The close proximity of just 67 miles makes for split...

Student of the Oakland Zoo stand together with arms around one another during Pitt basketball's game against West Virginia on Friday, Nov. 15

Pitt Dominates West Virginia in Basketball Backyard Brawl

By Conor Hutchison, Senior Staff Writer • November 16, 2024

Pitt men’s basketball routed West Virginia 86-62 in front of a record-setting Oakland Zoo crowd that showed why they’re the Panthers’ sixth-man. Two Mountaineers fouled out, to the pleasure of the...

Pitt sports gear up for big weekend ahead, major meets and rivalry matchups rearing Pitt’s way

Pitt sports gear up for big weekend ahead, major meets and rivalry matchups rearing Pitt’s way

By Grace McNally and Ella Cool • November 14, 2024

Pitt sports are set for a weekend filled with competition. Volleyball takes on two Sunshine-State foes, basketball hosts its annual Backyard Brawl and cross-country and swimming and diving travel to big...

Pitt stifles Gardner-Webb in defensive showcase

Pitt stifles Gardner-Webb in defensive showcase

By Conor Hutchison and Alex Kiger • November 11, 2024

Pitt men’s basketball moves to 3-0 on the season after an 83-64 defensive win against Gardner-Webb. Pitt held the Runnin’ Bulldogs to 39.7% shooting from the field and forced 17 turnovers. “It...

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