Watch: Syracuse vs. Pitt Game Highlights | 2024-25 ACC Men's Basketball

The Orange got off to a fast start, but Pitt used a hot shooting second half to get the 80-69 victory. Pitt trailed Syracuse by seven at halftime, and then the Panthers made 62.5% of their field goal attempts in the second half, including 60.0% on three-pointers, while holding Syracuse to 32.1% shooting in the second half. Ishmael Leggett and Zack Austin each scored 19 points and hit three three-pointers to lead the Panthers. Austin also had four rebounds, three steals, three blocks, and an assist. Jaland Lowe added 17 points, four rebounds, and three assists. For Syracuse, Chris Bell went 7-12 on three-pointers and scored 23 points.