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Clash at Petersen Events Center: Pittsburgh Panthers Prepare for William & Mary Tribe

As the Pittsburgh Panthers gear up to face the William & Mary Tribe at the Petersen Events Center, fans are anticipating another strong performance from their team. The Panthers have been on a roll, with recent games showcasing their ability to dominate on the court.


Dec 9, 2023; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA;  Pittsburgh Panthers guard Carlton Carrington (7) warms up before the game against the Canisius Golden Griffins at the Petersen Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

In their last game against Fairleigh Dickinson's Knights, the Panthers triumphed with an impressive 83 points to 61. Their shooting was particularly effective; they boasted a field goal percentage of 53 and were successful in two-point attempts with a remarkable 70 percent conversion rate. The team also demonstrated solid defense with seven steals and three blocks, contributing to their substantial victory margin.


Prior to that, the Panthers secured a win over Alabama State's Hornets with a score of 73 to 54. They maintained consistency in their free throw performance at approximately 79 percent and showed strength under pressure by out-rebounding their opponents significantly.


However, it wasn't all smooth sailing for Pittsburgh; they faced defeat against VCU's Rams in Brooklyn. Despite this setback where they scored only 67 points compared to VCU's 71, there were still positives to take away from that game – such as maintaining a decent field goal percentage of around 42 and continuing strong performances in paint scoring.


The upcoming match promises excitement as fans look forward to seeing if the Panthers can maintain their high-scoring offense while tightening up any defensive weaknesses shown in past games. With home-court advantage at Petersen Events Center – known for its vibrant atmosphere – it could provide an additional boost for Pittsburgh.


The game is scheduled for November 26th and will be broadcasted on ACC Network Extra. Fans can expect an energetic contest as both teams vie for victory on this anticipated matchup day.

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