Analysis & Picks: Duke vs Pittsburgh 1/9/2024

Analysis & Picks: Duke vs Pittsburgh 1/9/2024

January 9, 2024

 

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The ACC calendar is in full force, and Tuesday night’s league matchup between the Duke Blue Devils and Pittsburgh Panthers promises to be thrilling.

 

In the previous match on Saturday, Pitt ended a two-game losing streak by winning on the road against a poor Louisville club. The Panthers are now 10-5 overall and have just lost once in ACC play as they attempt to capture back-to-back conference titles. Pitt never trailed in their encounter against Louisville, scoring the opening six points of the match. After dominating by as much as 11 points in the first half, the Panthers were ahead by 6 at the break. Pitt won the game, leading by as much as 19 points in the second half. Pitt generated 18 turnovers from Louisville during the game and shot 45.6% from the floor, particularly 12 of 34 from the three-point line. Having 21 points during the win, Blake Hinson paced the Panthers.

 

 

After an early setback, Duke rallied to defeat Notre Dame on their travels on Saturday, extending their winning streak to a total of 6 matches. With the win, the Blue Devils’ record now stands at 11-3 overall and 2-1 within the ACC as they attempt to maintain their momentum. Duke had a nine-point deficit against Notre Dame with 7:06 remaining in the first half, but they went on a 14-3 run to take a two-point lead into the break. Holding the Fighting Irish at bay, the Blue Devils never let up the advantage during the second half on their way to triumph. In the triumph, Duke made 17 of 21 free throws and shot 35.6% overall, including 8 of 26 from the line at three points. In the victory, Blue Devils’ captain Mark Mitchell scored a game-high 23 points and pulled down 14 boards.

 

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Duke vs Pittsburgh Game Information

 

  • Date: 01/09/2024
  • Time: 09:00 PM ET
  • Location: Petersen Events Center.
  • How to Watch Duke vs Pittsburgh: ESPN2
  • Live Stream: CBS.com

 

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