Pitt Defeats LSU 74-63 in Tip-Off

Jaland Lowe led the University of Pittsburgh to a 74-63 victory over LSU at the Greenbrier Tip-Off, scoring 19 of his career-high 22 points in the second half. This win improved Pitt's record to 6-0, marking their best start since the 2018-19 season, while LSU fell to 4-1. Lowe also contributed eight rebounds and six assists, while teammates Ishmael Leggett and Cameron Corhen added 21 and 14 points, respectively. Pitt's dominant second half included a 13-0 run that set the tone for their victory, as they shot 64% after halftime. LSU briefly closed the gap to four points late in the game, but Pitt maintained control, never allowing the Tigers to regain the lead. The Panthers will compete for the tournament title against the winner of the Wisconsin-UCF game on Sunday.