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Pitt vs Youngstown State Betting Preview
Pitt opens its season Monday night at the Petersen Events Center against a rebuilding Youngstown State squad. The Panthers will hand the keys to new point guard Damarco Minor, a transfer from Oregon State, who replaces Jaland Lowe after his transfer to Kentucky.
Coach Jeff Capel expects Minor to be the engine that drives a lineup with only one returning starter, forward Cameron Corhen. Transfers Barry Dunning Jr. from South Alabama and Nojus Indrusaitis from Iowa State should provide scoring help.
Youngstown State, coming off a 21-13 season, enters with nearly an entirely new roster under second-year coach Ethan Faulkner. Only Cris Carroll and Jason Nelson return from last year’s rotation.
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Line Movement and Odds
The Panthers opened as heavy home favorites, sitting around -13.5 with a total near 148.5. Early money has backed Pitt, while public bettors have leaned toward the underdog Penguins to cover a large spread.
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Matchup Breakdown
Pitt Panthers Outlook
Minor’s control of tempo and shot creation will determine how efficiently Pitt can score against a Penguins defense still finding chemistry. Expect Capel’s squad to attack early inside and use Corhen’s size advantage on the boards.
Youngstown State Outlook
With 11 new faces, Faulkner’s team will rely on Carroll and Nelson for stability. The Penguins’ main challenge will be handling Pitt’s pressure defense and limiting turnovers.
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Injuries and Conditions
Pitt Panthers
- No major injuries reported ahead of Monday’s opener.
Check the Pitt team page for any late updates.
Youngstown State Penguins
- No significant absences entering the game.
Full player availability can be tracked via the Youngstown State team page
Indoor matchup, so weather won’t be a factor.
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Best Bets and Prediction
Pitt has covered four of its last five home openers and should control this one from start to finish. Youngstown State’s turnover issues and lack of experience make a road upset unlikely.
Prediction: Pitt 78, Youngstown State 62
Best Bet: Pitt -13.5
Lean: Under 148.5
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