Pitt Panthers Secure Victory Over Murray State with Dominant Late Run
Pittsburgh's strategic defense and balanced scoring helped them pull away from a resilient Murray State in the final minutes.
- Pittsburgh's Jaland Lowe led the scoring with 20 points, while Ishmael Leggett and Damian Dunn each contributed 19 points in the win.
- The Panthers went on an 18-2 run, including 14 unanswered points, to take control in the final eight minutes of the game.
- Murray State struggled in the closing stages, missing 15 of their last 18 field goal attempts.
- Pitt's defense, a focus for the season, was crucial in stifling Murray State's offense, especially in the second half.
- Key transfers Damian Dunn and Cameron Corhen made significant contributions, with Corhen also securing a double-double with 13 points and 10 rebounds.