Lucas: In The Fight

Posted Jan 3, 2024
Just as they had in their wins in five of the last six meetings against UNC, the Pitt Panthers wanted to make it a fight. That strategy worked brilliantly for them in recent matchups, including a regular-season sweep last year. It failed Tuesday. "Because we're a tougher team," said Seth Trimble, who provided ten big points and six rebounds off the bench. (GoHeels.com)

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