Pitt Falls to Drexel in Home Opener, 68-60
PITTSBURGH — The Pitt women's basketball team lost its home opener Tuesday night, falling 68-60 to Drexel at the Petersen Events Center.
Key Players and Stats
- Mikayla Johnson led the Panthers with 19 points.
- Angel Jones contributed 10 points.
- Fatima Diakhate led rebounds with eight boards.
- Four players earned their first starts in a Pitt uniform: Johnson, transfers Jones and Diakhate, along with Jayda Queeley and Megan Hollingsworth.
Game Summary
Six different Panthers scored in the opening quarter, giving Pitt a 14-12 lead after 10 minutes. Drexel came back strong in the second quarter, outscoring Pitt 18-13 to lead by three at halftime. Pitt rallied in the third quarter with 22 points to tie the game at 49 heading into the final period.
The fourth quarter saw both teams exchanging baskets until a late three-pointer by Drexel extended their lead to five points. Drexel then made 3 of 4 free throws in the last 21 seconds to secure the win.
Ticket Information
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"Pitt women's basketball team dropped its home opener Tuesday night, falling 68-60 to Drexel inside the Petersen Events Center."
Author’s summary: Despite a strong third quarter comeback, Pitt women's basketball fell short at home against Drexel, highlighting promising new starters but ultimately losing 68-60.