In an exciting matchup, the Pittsburgh Panthers (1-0) are set to face off against the Longwood Lancers (1-0) this Friday at 7 p.m. EST in Pittsburgh. This game follows the Panthers’ strong season opener, where Cameron Corhen impressive performance led the team to a 74-59 victory over the Youngstown State Penguins. Corhen’s scoring prowess, with 23 points in that game, highlights the offensive capabilities of the Panthers as they look to build on their early-season momentum.
Last season, Pittsburgh finished with a 17-15 record, showing significant strength on home court with a 13-4 home record. The team excelled at capitalizing on turnovers, averaging 14.2 points per game off turnovers, while also contributing 10.6 points from second-chance opportunities and 15.7 points from their bench players.
On the other side, Longwood comes into this matchup with an 18-14 overall record from last season, including a modest 5-7 record in away games. The Lancers will need to improve their defensive efforts, as they allowed an average of 74.1 points per game last season while also managing a high number of fouls at 18.6 per game.
As both teams vie for a second win this season, Pittsburgh’s home advantage and Longwood’s historical challenges on the road will be crucial factors to watch. This matchup promises to be an interesting clash of styles and strategies as each team aims to affirm their strength early in the season.