Panthers basketball avoids upset in season-opening win

Panthers Basketball Opens Season with Victory

PITTSBURGH — The Pitt men’s basketball team secured a 74-59 win against Youngstown State on Monday night at the Petersen Events Center, kicking off the 2025-26 season. This win extends Pitt’s streak of season-opening victories to four, while Youngstown State falls to 0-1.

Game Highlights

Youngstown State maintained the lead early in the game, but Pitt gained their first lead at 20-19 with a three-point play by Cameron Corhen. The Penguins responded with a 6-0 run, yet Pitt increased their defensive pressure and took control.

In the last 5:34 of the first half, Youngstown State managed just 1-of-7 shooting and committed three turnovers. Pitt capitalized with a 14-3 run, building a 34-28 lead going into halftime. Corhen’s three-pointer at 30-28 put the Panthers ahead permanently, while Damarco Minor finished the half with two free throws and a contested baseline jumper.

Second Half Developments

Pitt stretched their lead to double digits early in the second half. Though Youngstown State rallied with a six-point run to cut the deficit to 54-50, the Panthers maintained control for the rest of the game.

"The Panthers took their first lead of the contest at 20-19 on a Cameron Corhen three-point play."
"Youngstown State went just 1-of-7 shooting with three turnovers over the final 5:34 of the opening half."

Author's summary: Pitt’s strong defensive push and timely scoring runs helped the Panthers snap Youngstown State’s early lead and maintain control for a solid opening night victory.

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Altoona Mirror Altoona Mirror — 2025-11-05

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