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Pittsburgh @ Syracuse

Current Records: Pittsburgh 6-9; Syracuse 7-8

What to Know

The Pittsburgh Panthers won both of their matches against the Syracuse Orange last season (63-60 and 96-76) and are aiming for the same result Tuesday. Pitt and 'Cuse will face off in an ACC battle at 7 p.m. ET at Carrier Dome. The Panthers will be strutting in after a win while 'Cuse will be stumbling in from a loss.

Pitt came out on top in a nail-biter against the Boston College Eagles this past Saturday, sneaking past 69-67. Forward John Hugley took over for Pitt, finishing with 32 points (a whopping 46% of their total) along with 13 rebounds.

Speaking of close games: the Orange were close but no cigar this past Saturday as they fell 77-74 to the Wake Forest Demon Deacons. Despite the defeat, 'Cuse got a solid performance out of forward Jimmy Boeheim, who had 21 points in addition to five boards.

The Panthers have to know they'll be fighting an uphill battle given the 10 point spread they are up against. However, those who like betting on the underdog should be happy to hear that they are 7-1 against the spread when expected to lose.

Pitt's victory brought them up to 6-9 while 'Cuse's loss pulled them down to 7-8. A pair of numbers to keep in mind before tip-off: Pitt is stumbling into the contest with the 16th fewest points per game in college basketball, having accrued only 62.4 on average. The Orange have experienced some struggles of their own as they are 22nd worst in college basketball in points allowed per game, with 76.5 on average. It's possible one of these Achilles' heels will wind up tripping the losing team up.

How To Watch

  • When: Tuesday at 7 p.m. ET
  • Where: Carrier Dome -- Syracuse, New York
  • TV: ESPN University
  • Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
  • Follow: CBS Sports App
  • Ticket Cost: $15.00

Odds

The Orange are a big 10-point favorite against the Panthers, according to the latest college basketball odds.

The oddsmakers were right in line with the betting community on this one, as the game opened as a 10-point spread, and stayed right there.

Over/Under: -108

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Series History

Syracuse have won eight out of their last 14 games against Pittsburgh.

  • Jan 16, 2021 - Pittsburgh 96 vs. Syracuse 76
  • Jan 06, 2021 - Pittsburgh 63 vs. Syracuse 60
  • Feb 26, 2020 - Syracuse 72 vs. Pittsburgh 49
  • Jan 25, 2020 - Syracuse 69 vs. Pittsburgh 61
  • Mar 13, 2019 - Syracuse 73 vs. Pittsburgh 59
  • Feb 02, 2019 - Syracuse 65 vs. Pittsburgh 56
  • Jan 19, 2019 - Syracuse 74 vs. Pittsburgh 63
  • Jan 27, 2018 - Syracuse 60 vs. Pittsburgh 55
  • Jan 16, 2018 - Syracuse 59 vs. Pittsburgh 45
  • Feb 11, 2017 - Pittsburgh 80 vs. Syracuse 75
  • Jan 07, 2017 - Syracuse 77 vs. Pittsburgh 66
  • Mar 09, 2016 - Pittsburgh 72 vs. Syracuse 71
  • Feb 20, 2016 - Pittsburgh 66 vs. Syracuse 52
  • Dec 30, 2015 - Pittsburgh 72 vs. Syracuse 61