Pitt Panthers Set for ACC Tournament Clash Against Stanford
The Pitt Panthers are gearing up for a showdown against Stanford in the opening game of the ACC Tournament, scheduled for 2:00 p.m. at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte, N.C. After a thrilling 71-69 overtime victory at Syracuse, Pitt secured the No. 15 seed, setting the stage for this pivotal matchup against the No. 10 seed Cardinal.
Fans can catch the action live on the ACC Network, with Kevin Brown and Jay Williams providing the play-by-play and analysis. For those tuning in via radio, Bill Hillgrove and Curtis Aiken will cover the game on the Panthers Radio Network, 93.7 The Fan.
Pitt enters the tournament with momentum, having won three of their last five games, including impressive road victories. However, they face a formidable Stanford team riding a four-game winning streak. Notably, Stanford edged out Pitt 75-67 just two weeks ago, overcoming a six-point deficit with less than six minutes to play by closing the game on an 18-4 run.
This matchup marks the first time Pitt and Stanford will meet in the ACC Tournament, with Stanford being relatively new to the conference in just their second year.
A key player to watch is Pitt’s senior standout, Cameron Corhen, who has been on a tear recently. Over the past month, Corhen has averaged 18.2 points per game, shooting a scorching 56 percent from the field. He's hit the 20-point mark in three of the last six games, showcasing his ability to elevate his game when it matters most.
As the Panthers prepare to tip off against Stanford, all eyes will be on how they respond to their previous encounter and whether Corhen can continue his stellar play. The stage is set for an exciting tournament opener, with both teams eager to make their mark.