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Panthers freshmen class hopes to have immediate impact

It’s not often that a Jamie Dixon recruit earns significant playing time as a true freshman. Then again, Pitt’s freshmen rarely exhibit the talent that this year’s Khem Birch does. Birch along with Malcolm Gilbert, John Johnson, and Durand Johnson all … Continue reading

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Panthers litter pre-season Big East basketball honors list

Too early for Big East basketball projections? Of course not. Jon Rothstein of MSG gives his Conference power-rankings, top freshmen, and player of the year projections in his latest article. Panther fans should be delighted to find out that fab … Continue reading

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Greentree wraps up, Panthers show major improvements

Last night the Greentree Summer League concluded with T.J. McConnell’s team besting Ashton Gibb’s in the championship game. Much to the delight of Pitt fans, some of the young Panthers showed vast improvement over the course of the summer. Pittsburgh … Continue reading

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Former recruit Bond developing outside game

In a recruiting class that included McDonald’s All-American Khem Birch, Jaylen Bond may have been the most athletic player. His highlight-reel dunks, 6’6″ frame, and ability to put the ball on the floor had Panther fans excited. The problem with … Continue reading

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Pitt players impress in Greentree Summer League kick-off

It was only opening night of the Greentree Summer League, but it felt like the start of NCAA basketball. All four Pitt freshmen were in attendance and two of them made big splashes–surprisingly, Khem Birch was not one of them. … Continue reading

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Panthers recruits compete, excel in All-Star game

Surely by now even every casual Pitt fan has heard of Khem Birch, but how many have heard of John Johnson? The speedy point guard has drawn comparisons to Scotty Reynolds–but with a shot. He is one of the premier players … Continue reading

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Adams, two other possible Pitt recruits consensus top 70 prospects

Steven Adams is an almost mythical figure. He has only played two tournaments in the United States and competes professionally in New Zealand. The 6’10″ teenager is a beast on the glass and has nice touch on the offensive side … Continue reading

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Birch cleans glass in championship win

There is plenty of reason to get excited over incoming McDonald’s All-American Khem Birch. Perhaps best of all though, is Birch’s ability to crash the boards. His rebounding skills are possibly better than any other recruit’s in the 2011 class. … Continue reading

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Pitt scheduled to play against former recruit next season

Two years ago Dwight Miller was a Pitt freshman with raw talent and loads of potential. Miller never reached that potential while playing with the Panthers, but has found a new Division I home. Mike DeCourcy of The Sporting News … Continue reading

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Gibbs return to Pitt the right decision?

This weekend, senior Pitt guard Ashton Gibbs withdrew his name from the NBA Draft. The All-Big East First Team selection was not expected to be drafted. Gibbs decision to stay with the Panthers makes Pitt once again a strong contender … Continue reading

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