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  • Panthers vs Kings Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game


    The Panthers and Kings might just be the two best defensive teams in the NHL, and for tonight’s matchup, that means goals will be hard to come by.

    Neil Parker - Analyst at Covers.com

    Jan 22, 2025 • 11:25 ET

    • 4 min read



Tonight’s NHL game between the Florida Panthers and the Los Angeles Kings is sure to be an exciting matchup. Both teams have been playing well recently and are looking to secure a win in this crucial game.

The Panthers currently sit in first place in the Atlantic Division with a record of 15-4-4, while the Kings are in fourth place in the Pacific Division with a record of 11-10-5. The Panthers have been on a hot streak lately, winning seven of their last ten games, while the Kings have been struggling, losing five of their last six.

In terms of predictions, the Panthers are favored to win this game. Their high-powered offense, led by players like Aleksander Barkov and Jonathan Huberdeau, has been tough for opponents to contain. The Kings will need to rely on their defense and goaltending to keep the Panthers in check.

As for picks, I would lean towards the Panthers in this game. They have been playing at a high level and have the talent to come out on top. However, the Kings are a resilient team and could pull off an upset if they play a strong defensive game.

In terms of odds, the Panthers are likely to be the favorites in this matchup. Be sure to check the latest odds before placing any bets on this game.

Overall, this game should be a close and competitive one between two talented teams. Tune in tonight to see who comes out on top in the Panthers vs Kings showdown.

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  • NHL On Tap: Kopitar closing in on milestones when Kings host Panthers


    Florida Panthers at Los Angeles Kings (10 p.m. ET; MAX truTV, TNT, SN360, TVAS)

    The Panthers (28-17-3) and Kings (25-14-5) meet for the first of two games this season with Florida captain Aleksander Barkov looking to extend a nine-game point streak (13 points; three goals, 10 assists) against Los Angeles dating back to Feb. 23, 2019. Forward Adrian Kempe has scored in three straight, including a goal in a 5-1 loss against the Pittsburgh Penguins on Monday that ended the Kings’ nine-game home winning streak. Kings captain Anze Kopitar (1,254 points; 431 goals, 823 assists in 1,417 games) needs a goal to pass Dave Taylor for third place in Los Angeles history. Kopitar has 666 points (217 goals, 449 assists) in 705 home games and is three points shy of tying Luc Robitaille (669 points; 322 goals, 347 assists in 540 games) for second-most home points on the Kings’ all-time list.



    The Los Angeles Kings are set to host the Florida Panthers on Thursday night, and all eyes will be on Kings captain Anze Kopitar as he closes in on two major milestones.

    Kopitar, who has been a cornerstone of the Kings franchise for over 15 years, is just one goal away from reaching the 350-goal mark in his career. The Slovenian center has been a consistent offensive threat for the Kings, and reaching this milestone would be a testament to his skill and longevity in the league.

    In addition to his goal-scoring prowess, Kopitar is also nearing the 1,000-point mark in his career. With just 12 points to go, he could potentially reach this milestone before the end of the season, solidifying his place among the elite players in NHL history.

    As the Kings take on the Panthers, Kopitar will have the opportunity to make history and further cement his legacy as one of the greatest players to ever wear the purple and gold. Be sure to tune in to see if Kopitar can reach these impressive milestones and lead the Kings to victory.

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  • Panthers 3-0 Ducks (Jan 18, 2025) Game Recap


    SUNRISE, Fla. — — Spencer Knight made 34 saves for his second shutout of the season and the Florida Panthers beat the Anaheim Ducks 3-0 on Saturday night to open a home-and-home set.

    Jesper Boqvist, Anton Lundell and Gustav Forsling scored. Boqvist opened the scoring midway through the second period with his career-high 11th of the season. Lundell scored in the third, and Forsling added an empty-netter.

    The Ducks dropped their third straight to finish 1-4-1 on their six-game trip. John Gibson stopped 42 shots.

    Florida scoring leader Sam Reinhart received a game misconduct for a kneeing major against Isac Lundestrom in the first.

    Takeaways

    Ducks: Entered averaging am NHL-worst 2.42 goals per game and were shut out three times during their trip.

    Panthers: It was just the fifth shutout of Knight’s career. His last shutout was a 6-0 win over Carolina on Nov. 30. Knight came in Thursday in a loss to Detroit after Sergei Bobrovsky was pulled.

    Key moment

    Reinhart was assessed a major penalty and game misconduct with 4:34 left in the first for kneeing Lundestrom, who had to be helped off the ice and to the dressing room.

    Key stat

    Both teams struggled on the power play, each going 0 for 2.

    Up next

    The teams will meet again Tuesday night in Anaheim.

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    The Florida Panthers continued their winning streak as they defeated the Anaheim Ducks 3-0 in a thrilling game on January 18, 2025.

    The Panthers came out strong in the first period, with forward Alexander Barkov scoring the opening goal just 5 minutes into the game. The Ducks fought back hard, but goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky was a brick wall in net, making save after save to keep Anaheim off the scoreboard.

    In the second period, the Panthers extended their lead with a goal from defenseman Aaron Ekblad. The Ducks tried to rally, but the Panthers’ defense was too strong, shutting down any scoring opportunities.

    In the third period, the Panthers sealed the victory with a goal from forward Jonathan Huberdeau, putting the game out of reach for the Ducks.

    Overall, it was a dominant performance from the Panthers, who outshot the Ducks 35-20 and controlled the game from start to finish. With this win, the Panthers improve to 30-10-2 on the season and continue to climb the standings in the Eastern Conference.

    Next up, the Panthers will take on the Los Angeles Kings in their next game as they look to extend their winning streak and continue their push towards the playoffs.

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  • Gameday 48: Florida Panthers at Anaheim Ducks


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    The Florida Panthers (27-17-3) begin a four-game road trip against Pacific Division foes when they faceoff against the Anaheim Ducks (18-22-6) at Honda Center.

    Florida tested John Gibson 44 times on Saturday in Sunrise in the first meeting of the season series and Jesper Boqvist and Anton Lundell each potted their 11th goals of the season against the veteran goaltender in the gritty 3-0. Spencer Knight made 34 saves to post his fifth career shutout and second of 2024-25 campaign. Knight also assisted on Gustav Forsling empty-net goal.

    The Ducks return home after a six-game road trip east that saw them post a 1-4-1 record, leaving them circling the drain as far as playoff chances go. Former Panther Frank Vatrano registered a game-high nine shots against the Panthers, but could not solve Knight. Troy Terry leads Anaheim in goals (15), assists (19) and points (34) in 42 games played.

    • WHEN: 10 p.m. ET
    • WHERE: Honda Center – Anaheim, CA
    • ON THE TUBE: Scripps, Victory+, KCOP-13
    • ON THE DIAL: Radio Libre 790 (D/B), 1230 The Gambler (PB), Thunder 100.3 FM (Keys)
    • SOCIALS: #TimeToHunt, #FlyTogether, #FLAvsANA, @LitterBoxCats, LBC FaceBook
    • SEASON SERIES: Game 2 of 2 (1-0)
    • LAST MEETING: @FLA 3, ANA 0 – (Recap) 1/18/2024
    • NEXT MEETING: 2025-26 regular season
    • PROJECTED STARTERS: Florida: Bobrovsky (18-11-2 .896 / 2.86 1SO) Anaheim: Dostal (11-12-4 .910 / 2.88 1SO)
    • PLAYER STATS: Florida / Anaheim

    Tuesday in the NHL (Standings/Panthers Playoff Chances)

    • TAMPA BAY (25-17-3 53P) at MONTREAL (23-19-4 50P) 7 p.m.
    • OTTAWA (24-18-4 52P) at New York Rangers (22-20-4 48P) 7 p.m.
    • DETROIT (21-21-4 46P) at Philadelphia (21-20-6 48P) 7 p.m.
    • BUFFALO (17-24-5 39P) at Vancouver (20-15-10 50P) 10 p.m.

    Idle: TOR (62P), BOS (52P)





    Tonight, the Florida Panthers are facing off against the Anaheim Ducks in what promises to be an exciting match-up. Both teams have been performing well this season, with the Panthers currently sitting at the top of the Atlantic Division and the Ducks not far behind in the Pacific Division.

    The Panthers have been led by their dynamic duo of Aleksander Barkov and Jonathan Huberdeau, who have been putting up impressive numbers and leading the team to victory. On the other hand, the Ducks have been getting solid performances from their young core of players, including Trevor Zegras and Troy Terry.

    With both teams hungry for a win, this game is sure to be a high-energy affair. Make sure to tune in and catch all the action as the Panthers take on the Ducks in what is sure to be an exciting game of hockey. Let’s go Panthers! #FlaPanthers #LetsGoDucks #NHLGameday

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  • Preview: Ducks Back on Home Ice, Ready for Rematch vs. Panthers


    “[The last few games of the road trip] were close games, and it is just unfortunate we couldn’t score,” Ducka captain Radko Gudas said. “It was hard mentally, but the guys were battling to the end. We have some things to work on, score some more goals too…We don’t necessarily feel good about ourselves, but we feel good about our effort.”

    Added Cronin, “I’ve liked the way we’ve played. We’re playing hard. We’re just coming up empty in some of the games. We’re playing well but the puck is not going in.”

    The Ducks return home now without the services of defensively-minded centerman Isac Lundestrom, who was injured Saturday by a knee-on-knee check from Florida’s Sam Reinhart behind the net. Lundestrom did not return to the game and his recovery timeline is yet to be announced. Reinhart, who leads the Panthers with 27 goals and 51 points on the season, was assessed a five-minute major and game misconduct for the hit, but was not subject to further discipline and will play tonight for Florida.

    But while Lundestrom exits the lineup, it could be one in, one out for the Ducks up front with Trevor Zegras seemingly nearing his return. Zegras, out of action since tearing his meniscus in early December, skated with the team Monday morning at Great Park Ice on a line with Leo Carlsson and Alex Killorn.

    Zegras would be a welcome addition to a struggling Ducks power play, which hasn’t scored in the last six games.



    The Anaheim Ducks are set to hit the ice at the Honda Center for a highly anticipated rematch against the Florida Panthers. After a tough loss on the road, the Ducks are eager to defend their home ice and come out on top this time around.

    Both teams are hungry for a win, making this game a must-watch for hockey fans. The Ducks will be looking to capitalize on their home-ice advantage and showcase their skills in front of their loyal fans.

    The Panthers, on the other hand, will be looking to continue their winning streak and secure another victory on the road. With both teams fighting for a crucial two points in the standings, this game is sure to be intense and action-packed.

    Be sure to tune in and catch all the excitement as the Ducks and Panthers face off in what is sure to be a thrilling rematch. Let’s go Ducks! #AnaheimDucks #FloridaPanthers #NHL #HockeyIsBack

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  • Allen, Sanders, Williams, Panthers, Saints


    Former Jets interim head coach Jeff Ulbrich was hired to rejoin his old coworker, Raheem Morris, in Atlanta as defensive coordinator. This threw a wrench in some other plans in coaching searches around the league. Specifically, two teams that viewed him as a defensive coordinator candidate will have to look elsewhere to fill the position.

    After Ulbrich filled in for a fired Robert Saleh in New York, he was likewise being viewed as a backup candidate for defensive coordinator behind Saleh in San Francisco. The 49ers are hoping to hire Saleh back to his old job as their defensive play-caller. Saleh is still interviewing for some open head coaching positions, though, and in case he becomes unavailable, Ulbrich was seemingly the second option.

    The second team watching Ulbrich was whatever team ends up hiring former Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson. According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, Johnson had Ulbrich tabbed as the potential defensive coordinator on his first staff as an NFL head coach. Rapoport claims former Saints head coach Dennis Allen is the new name to look out for to join Johnson’s first staff.

    Here are a few other rumors in staff conversations around the NFL:

    • As more and more hurdles continue to present themselves in the Cowboys‘ pursuit of Colorado head coach Deion Sanders, it’s beginning to seem like him becoming their next head coach is an unlikely scenario. According to another Rapoport report, the NFL Network reporter claimed he “would be surprised — probably very surprised — if (a formal interview) did, in fact, get scheduled.”
    • New Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel hasn’t spoken much of how much of the existing staff in New England will be salvaged, but the understanding seems to be that, like in most new head coaching situations, Vrabel will likely be replacing both coordinators. According to ESPN’s Mike Reiss, one name to watch for defensive coordinator is Lions defensive line coach and run-game coordinator Terrell Williams. Williams was one of Vrabel’s most-trusted assistants during his time as head coach in Tennessee, where Williams served as assistant head coach in addition to his duties as defensive line coach. Especially with the likely turnover expected on the defensive staff in Detroit, it makes perfect sense that Williams would explore the opportunity to take his first coordinator position.
    • The Panthers are reportedly moving on from passing game coordinator Nate Carroll, son of former Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll, per ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. Joe Person of The Athletic confirmed the report, adding that the team does not expect Carroll back in any capacity.
    • Switching for moment from coaching staffs to the front office, Saints general manager Mickey Loomis addressed the consistency of staff in the team’s personnel department. Amidst questions concerning job security, Loomis claimed that “he loves (vice president/assistant general manager — college personnel) Jeff Ireland and (director of pro personnel) Michael Parenton in their” current roles, per Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football. While he does expect changes and tweaks in their processes and procedures, Irelend and Parenton’s jobs appear secure.





    Allen, Sanders, Williams: Panthers vs. Saints

    The Carolina Panthers are gearing up to face off against the New Orleans Saints in a highly anticipated matchup. With star quarterback Kyle Allen leading the charge for the Panthers, fans are hopeful for a strong performance on the field.

    On the other side, the Saints will be relying on veteran quarterback Drew Brees and dynamic running back Alvin Kamara to secure a victory. But with the recent addition of wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders, the Saints offense could pose a serious threat to the Panthers defense.

    Meanwhile, the Panthers will be looking to their own playmakers, like running back Mike Davis and wide receiver DJ Moore, to make big plays and put points on the board.

    As these two NFC South rivals go head-to-head, it’s sure to be an exciting game full of twists and turns. Will Allen, Sanders, and Williams lead their teams to victory, or will the Panthers or Saints come out on top? Stay tuned to find out!

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  • Panthers’ latest coaching staff loss could be sign of major NFL news on horizon


    The NFL’s head coach hiring cycle is in full swing, and for once the Carolina Panthers are not involved. Team owner David Tepper seems satisfied with the work that rookie coach Dave Canales did during the 2024 season – at least satisfied enough not to fire him and start over again, as he has with several other coaches since he bought the franchise – including dismissing Frank Reich after less than a full season as head coach.

    Several teams are looking to fill openings, though – and the Panthers’ staff will feel at least a little bit of a shakeup as a result. The latest news coming out of BofA Stadium could be a sign that one of those jobs is about to be taken. According to a report by Jeremy Fowler at ESPN, the Panthers do not expect passing game coordinator Nathan Carroll to return in any capacity in 2025.

    Carroll is the son of former Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll, who had Nathan on his staff previously as their wide receivers coach, a role that wasonce held by Canales. This news could be a sign that Nathan intends to join his dad’s staff again as part of a new job in the NFL.

    On that front, Carroll did not get any interest last year after the Seahawks fired him. However, Carroll has interviewed with two teams this year: the Chicago Bears and the Las Vegas Raiders. While there’s no report as of yet that either team has made a decision, if Carroll knows that he’s going to get either one of those jobs, it may explain why Nathan is moving on from the Panthers.

    The Raiders’ head coach job is considered a hot one because of the presence of Tom Brady, but Carroll is a far better fit for the Bears, who are much closer to contending than the Raiders. Carroll has also been linked to the Dallas Cowboys’ head coach opening.

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    The Carolina Panthers have been hit with another coaching staff loss, as offensive coordinator Joe Brady has been fired. This move comes just a year after Brady was hired and brought in to revamp the Panthers’ offense.

    While this news may be disappointing for Panthers fans, it could also be a sign of major changes on the horizon for the NFL as a whole. Brady’s firing could indicate that teams are looking to shake things up and make bold moves in order to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving league.

    With the coaching carousel already spinning and rumors swirling about potential trades and free agent signings, it seems like the NFL offseason is shaping up to be one of the most exciting in recent memory. Stay tuned for more updates as the league continues to make headlines.

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  • Former Seattle Seahawks assistant Nate Carroll fired by Carolina Panthers


    The NFL offseason may have started two weeks ago for 18 of 32 teams, but the firings have not stopped.

    The Athletic’s Joe Person reported on Friday that former Seattle Seahawks assistant Nate Carroll, son of former Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll, was fired by the Carolina Panthers after just one season as passing game coordinator. Nate Carroll was one of several former Seahawks assistant coaches from Pete’s staff who was brought in by Panthers head coach Dave Canales, himself a longtime Seahawks assistant.

    Carolina might have finished 5-12 but Bryce Young was noticeably improved following his early-season benching. Two brutal performances against the New Orleans Saints and Los Angeles Chargers led to a few weeks of Andy Dalton as a starter before Dalton’s minor car accident forced him back into the lineup in Week 8. Young threw 15 touchdowns and 6 interceptions over his last 10 games, which included a ridiculous three overtime wins, one overtime loss, and a walkoff regulation loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. It wasn’t exactly a great passing offense—they were 28th by DVOA but 17th by EPA/dropback upon Young’s reinsertion as a starter—but it was better than pre-benched Bryce and rookie Bryce. The Panthers’ 44-point performance to eliminate the Atlanta Falcons from the playoffs was evidently not enough to save Carroll’s job.

    Prior to joining the Panthers, Nate spent his entire NFL coaching career with the Seahawks. He wore many hats as a defensive assistant, then offensive assistant, followed by assistant receivers coach, head wide receivers coach, then senior offensive assistant before virtually the entire Seahawks coaching staff was let go last offseason.

    With his dad Pete Carroll interviewing for head coaching jobs again, perhaps Nate’s next job could be tied to whether or not Pete gets hired by another NFL team.



    Former Seattle Seahawks assistant Nate Carroll has been fired by the Carolina Panthers. Carroll, who served as the Seahawks’ assistant wide receivers coach for the past two seasons, was let go by the Panthers after just one season with the team.

    Carroll, the son of Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll, was brought on board by the Panthers in hopes of bringing some of the Seahawks’ winning culture to Carolina. However, after a disappointing season for the Panthers, the team decided to part ways with Carroll.

    It is unclear what the future holds for Nate Carroll, but one thing is for certain – he will be looking to bounce back and prove himself in the NFL once again. As for the Panthers, they will be on the hunt for a new assistant coach to help lead their wide receivers to success in the upcoming season.

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  • Panthers part ways with Nate Carroll as passing game coordinator


    CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Carolina Panthers are parting ways with passing game coordinator Nate Carroll, a league source told The Athletic on Friday.

    The son of former Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll spent a year on the inaugural staff of Panthers coach Dave Canales, who knew the younger Carroll from their time together in Seattle.

    Canales has now moved on from four assistants since the end of the Panthers’ 5-12 season. Outside linebackers coach Tem Lukabu, safeties coach Bert Watts and defensive quality control coach Bobby Maffei were let go last week. Rumblings about Carroll’s future also surfaced recently while his father was drawing interest in head coaching vacancies in Chicago and Las Vegas.

    Carroll came to Charlotte after 14 years on his father’s staff in Seattle, where he held a variety of roles, mostly on the offensive side. He was one of several ex-Seahawks assistants who joined Canales when he was hired by Carolina after one year as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ offensive coordinator.

    Bryce Young enjoyed a late-season resurgence under Canales, who successfully helped turn around the careers of Baker Mayfield and Geno Smith in Tampa and Seattle, respectively. In addition to Canales, the Panthers’ staff features several other assistants with experience coaching QBs: Offensive coordinator Brad Idzik, QB coach Will Harriger and senior assistant Jim Caldwell.

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    The Carolina Panthers have announced that they are parting ways with Nate Carroll, who has served as the passing game coordinator for the team. This decision comes after a disappointing season for the Panthers, who finished with a record of 5-12 and missed the playoffs.

    Carroll joined the Panthers coaching staff in 2018 and was tasked with overseeing the team’s passing game. However, the offense struggled to find consistency throughout the season, ranking near the bottom of the league in passing yards per game.

    Head coach Matt Rhule expressed his gratitude for Carroll’s contributions to the team but stated that he felt it was time to make a change in order to improve the team’s performance on offense. The Panthers will begin the search for a new passing game coordinator immediately.

    Fans of the Panthers are eager to see what changes will be made to the coaching staff in the offseason and are hopeful that these moves will lead to a more successful season in the future.

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  • Pitt Take 5: Panthers aim to end current 3-game skid as well as 12-game streak vs. Clemson


    Pitt’s current three-game slump could be seen as a harbinger of a season on the verge of running off the rails, with margin for error having decreased significantly.

    After all, the Panthers have not lost this many ACC games in a row since 2021-22, en route to an 11-21 overall finish in coach Jeff Capel’s fourth year at the helm.

    There are 14 conference games remaining for the Panthers (12-5, 3-3).

    Further putting Pitt’s skid into perspective is a 9-5 finish to league play would have the Panthers at 21-10 (12-8) heading into the ACC Tournament.

    Last season, Pitt was excluded from the NCAA Tournament despite going 22-11, with its fate being partly determined by a league tournament semifinals loss to North Carolina that neutralized a potential late-season push into the March Madness field.

    Needing to get back in the win column, Pitt returns home to Petersen Events Center on Saturday for a showdown with Clemson (14-4, 6-1), third in the conference.

    Here are five storylines ahead of that matchup:

    1. Solving the Tigers

    If historical precedent counts for anything, Clemson is among the worst opponents Pitt could have drawn for an important midseason game.

    Heading into tipoff at noon Saturday, the Panthers ride a 12-game losing streak against the Tigers that dates to January 2015.

    Not since March 8, 2014, has Pitt beaten Clemson.

    Granted, since 2022-23, when Capel turned around the Panthers program and led it to the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2016, Pitt has played Clemson more competitively.

    But the overall effort hasn’t been sufficient to end a losing streak that long predates Capel’s arrival in Oakland.

    2. Beware of the 3

    If Saturday’s game comes down to one battle, it may be Pitt’s perimeter defense vs. Clemson’s 3-point shooters.

    The Tigers feature the best 3-point-shooting offense in the ACC, with a 38.1% conversion rate.

    In terms of neutralizing opponents from beyond the arc, Pitt ranks seventh leaguewide with a 32.0% team defense.

    Sixth-year senior guard Chase Hunter leads Clemson with 17.4 points per game.

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    His 3-point percentage of 44.6% (107 of 216) also paces the Tigers and ranks first in the ACC.

    Part of limiting Clemson’s 3-point attack will come down low in preventing second-chance opportunities.

    In that department, Pitt could use a reset, as the Panthers are two games removed from allowing a season-high 17 offensive boards to Louisville on Jan 11.

    Eager to snag missed shots off the glass will be Clemson’s Ian Schieffelin; the 6-foot-8 senior forward ranks second in the ACC with 10.0 boards per game.

    3. Success at the line

    Pitt leads the ACC in free-throw percentage at 79.0%.

    Clemson is second at 78.4%.

    Hunter has been the Tigers’ sharpest shooter at the charity stripe, as he’s hitting 90.2% (55 of 61) of his tries.

    The Panthers’ Jaland Lowe (86 of 95) has made 90.5% of his free throws, and big man Zack Austin is at 89.5% (34 of 38).

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    While it wasn’t enough to lift them to wins over Florida State and Louisville recently, the Panthers posted identical 90.9% make rates (20 of 22) from the free-throw line in their last two contests.

    4. Limiting turnovers

    So far, Lowe has enjoyed a solid sophomore campaign, stepping into the starting point guard’s shoes and shouldering a large load.

    No Pitt player averages more minutes (35.1), and Lowe also leads the team in points (17.5).

    Against Florida State, Lowe shot 50% from the floor and scored 22 points. But he also committed a career-high eight turnovers.

    Lowe’s ball-security woes were emblematic of the team’s, evidenced by a season-high 17 turnovers against the Seminoles.

    Pitt is averaging 10.6 turnovers on the season.

    5. Eyes on the NET

    Clemson arrives in Oakland in a slightly inferior position to Pitt looking at the NET rankings.

    The Tigers are ranked 36th, with Pitt coming in 31st.

    Thus, for Clemson, Saturday represents a chance at a Quad 1 victory. If Pitt manages to snap its 12-game, decade-long losing streak vs. the Tigers, a Quad 2 win would be part of the reward.

    Heading into this weekend, Pitt’s NET ranking is third among all ACC programs, behind only Duke (No. 2) and Louisville (No. 28).

    Justin Guerriero is a TribLive reporter covering the Penguins, Pirates and college sports. A Pittsburgh native, he is a Central Catholic and University of Colorado graduate. He joined the Trib in 2022 after covering the Colorado Buffaloes for Rivals and freelancing for the Denver Post. He can be reached at jguerriero@triblive.com.



    The Pitt Panthers are gearing up to face off against the Clemson Tigers in a crucial ACC showdown. As the Panthers look to put an end to their current three-game losing streak, they also have their sights set on snapping a 12-game losing streak against Clemson.

    Pitt has had a tough stretch of games recently, but they are determined to turn things around and get back in the win column. With a strong team and a resilient mindset, the Panthers are ready to take on the challenge of facing off against Clemson.

    The Tigers, on the other hand, are coming off a big win and will be looking to continue their dominance over Pitt. However, the Panthers are not backing down and are prepared to give it their all in order to secure a much-needed victory.

    Fans can expect an intense and competitive game as Pitt looks to break their losing streak and finally come out on top against Clemson. Stay tuned as the Panthers take the court and aim to make a statement in this highly anticipated matchup. #H2P #PantherPride #BeatClemson

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