PITTSBURGH – For the first time since mounting the largest regulation comeback in NCAA women’s basketball history, the Pitt women’s basketball team returns to the Petersen Events Center on Sunday when the Panthers host No. 14 North Carolina.
Tipoff is slated for 2:00 p.m., and the game will be broadcast on ACC Network.
Need to Know – Game 20
Pitt (9-10, 1-5 ACC) vs. No. 14 North Carolina (16-3, 4-2 ACC)
Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025 – 2:00 p.m.
Pittsburgh, Pa. – Petersen Events Center
The Opening Tip
Hitting Their Stride
In a hostile road environment, Pitt pushed No. 21 NC State on Thursday but ultimately came up short. The Panthers were paced by Faye and junior guard Marley Washenitz, as the duo combined for 44 of the Panthers’ 67 points. Redshirt sophomore guard Mikayla Johnson also had a solid performance, joining Washenitz and graduate center Khadija Faye in double figures with 11.
Faye’s Career Night
Faye has been one of the best bigs in the ACC this season and is coming off a career-high 28 points against No. 21 NC State. She has recorded seven double doubles this season, while averaging 18.2 points and 9.5 rebounds per game.
Supporting Cast Stepping Up
Labeled a co-captain midseason, Washenitz has played well as of late, averaging 14.0 points and 4.3 rebounds over the last three games. Additionally, Johnson has grown into her role as the second scoring option behind Faye, averaging 16.5 points and 6.0 boards over the last two games.
Standout Stats Against the Wolfpack
- The Panthers outscored the Wolfpack, 36-22, in the paint.
- All five Pitt starters logged 5+ rebounds.
- Pitt recorded 15 assists on 25 made baskets, as six Panthers registered two or more assists.
Rust Utilizing Medical Redshirt
Head coach Tory Verdi recently announced that sophomore forward and previous starter Lauren Rust will miss the remainder of the year and utilize a medical redshirt, joining Amiya Jenkins and Kiara Williams.
Series History
- Sunday will mark the 15th all-time meeting between Pitt and North Carolina, as the Tar Heels lead the series (8-6).
- The Panthers have dropped five-straight, dating back to 2019.
- Pitt owns a 4-2 ledger in home games.
Scouting the Tar Heels
- No. 14 North Carolina is 16-3 overall,…
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