Florida State Edges Pittsburgh in Close Contest
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Petersen Events Center
Florida State Seminoles 75, Pittsburgh Panthers 74, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Florida State Seminoles vs Pittsburgh Panthers?
Florida State Seminoles beat Pittsburgh Panthers 75-74 at Petersen Events Center on March 4, 2026.
Who was favored in Florida State Seminoles vs Pittsburgh Panthers?
Florida State Seminoles were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -125 (about 56% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Florida State Seminoles narrowly defeated the Pittsburgh Panthers 75-74 at the Petersen Events Center. This game was significant as it showcased the contrasting fortunes of both teams as they approached the end of the season. Florida State, with a record of 16-14, has been in better form compared to Pittsburgh, who finished the game with a disappointing 11-19 record.
Florida State entered the game with a recent record of 7-3 over their last ten games, averaging 76.6 points scored and allowing 72.4 points. Their last game saw them achieve a solid 80-71 victory against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, indicating a positive trajectory. In contrast, Pittsburgh has struggled, with a record of 3-7 in their last ten games and an average of 64.9 points scored while allowing 72.1 points. Their most recent outing was a win against the California Golden Bears, where they secured a 72-56 victory, but this was not enough to mask their overall struggles this season.
The home record for Pittsburgh stood at 2-3 in their last five games, while Florida State boasted a stronger away record of 4-1 in that same span. The two teams had met previously in the 2025 season, where Florida State emerged victorious with a score of 82-70, giving them a 1-0 advantage in their head-to-head record.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the overall performance of both teams suggests that they were fielding their best available lineups for this crucial matchup. The betting market reflected Florida State's slight edge, with DraftKings listing them as 1.5-point favorites, indicating a close contest was expected. The total points line was set at 144.5, with both the over and under priced at -110.
The game conditions were conducive to a competitive atmosphere, with both teams looking to solidify their standings as the season neared its conclusion. Fans could expect to see key plays from standout performers, with Nojus Indrusaitis making significant contributions for Florida State, including a critical 24-foot three-point jumper that pushed the Seminoles ahead late in the second half.
The final moments of the game were particularly thrilling, with Florida State managing to hold onto their lead despite a late push from Pittsburgh. Damarco Minor's clutch three-pointer and Robert McCray V's successful free throws were pivotal in sealing the victory for the Seminoles.
As the season progresses, both teams will look to build on this performance, with Florida State aiming to continue their winning momentum and Pittsburgh seeking to improve their overall record.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | FSU -1.5 | 144.5 o -110 / u -110 | Florida State Seminoles -125 · Pittsburgh Panthers +105 |
Leaders
- PointsBarry Dunning Jr.26Pittsburgh Panthers
- AssistsDamarco Minor10Pittsburgh Panthers
- ReboundsBarry Dunning Jr.10Pittsburgh Panthers
- PointsChauncey Wiggins18Florida State Seminoles
- AssistsRobert McCray V6Florida State Seminoles
- ReboundsThomas Bassong8Florida State Seminoles
Recent form
Pittsburgh Panthers
Last 10: 3-7Streak W164.9 scored · 72.1 allowed per game2-3 at home
- W72-56at California Golden BearsFeb 28
- L67-75at Stanford CardinalFeb 26
- W73-68vs Notre Dame Fighting IrishFeb 21
- L65-79at North Carolina Tar HeelsFeb 14
- L54-70vs Duke Blue DevilsFeb 11
- L67-86vs SMU MustangsFeb 7
- L47-67at Virginia CavaliersFeb 4
- L52-63at Clemson TigersJan 31
- W80-76vs Wake Forest Demon DeaconsJan 27
- L72-81vs NC State WolfpackJan 24
Florida State Seminoles
Last 10: 7-3Streak W176.6 scored · 72.4 allowed per game4-1 away
- W80-71at Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsFeb 28
- L73-83vs Miami HurricanesFeb 25
- W70-65at Clemson TigersFeb 21
- W80-72vs Boston College EaglesFeb 17
- W92-69at Virginia Tech HokiesFeb 14
- L58-61vs Virginia CavaliersFeb 11
- W82-79at Notre Dame Fighting IrishFeb 7
- W88-80vs Stanford CardinalJan 31
- W63-61vs California Golden BearsJan 29
- L80-83at SMU MustangsJan 24
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke | 35-3 | - | 17-1 |
| Virginia | 30-6 | 2 | 15-3 |
| Miami | 26-9 | 4 | 13-5 |
| North Carolina | 24-9 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Clemson | 24-11 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Louisville | 24-11 | 6 | 11-7 |
| NC State | 20-14 | 7 | 10-8 |
| Florida State | 18-15 | 7 | 10-8 |
| California | 22-12 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Stanford | 20-13 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Virginia Tech | 19-13 | 9 | 8-10 |
| SMU | 20-14 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Wake Forest | 18-17 | 10 | 7-11 |
| Syracuse | 15-17 | 11 | 6-12 |
| Pittsburgh | 13-20 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Notre Dame | 13-18 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Boston College | 11-20 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Georgia Tech | 11-20 | 15 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Florida State Seminoles | Pittsburgh Panthers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-58 | 26-63 |
| Field goal % | 48 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 11-27 | 9-27 |
| Three-point % | 41 | 33 |
| Free throws | 8-13 | 13-17 |
| Free throw % | 62 | 76 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 23 |
| Assists | 15 | 19 |
| Steals | 5 | 8 |
| Blocks | 4 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 5 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 24 |
| Fouls | 17 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 24 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 98 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half43-26Robert McCray V makes driving layup
- 1st Half43-27Nojus Indrusaitis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half43-28Nojus Indrusaitis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half43-30Cameron Corhen makes 9-foot jumper
- 1st Half46-30Cam Miles makes 25-foot three point jumper (Alex Steen assists)
- 2nd Half48-30Robert McCray V makes driving layup
- 2nd Half51-30Chauncey Wiggins makes 25-foot three point jumper (Lajae Jones assists)
- 2nd Half54-30Lajae Jones makes 29-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half54-33Barry Dunning Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper (Damarco Minor assists)
- 2nd Half56-33Chauncey Wiggins makes 5-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half56-35Barry Dunning Jr. makes 15-foot pullup jump shot (Damarco Minor assists)
- 2nd Half58-35Lajae Jones makes 2-foot dunk (Robert McCray V assists)
- 2nd Half58-37Nojus Indrusaitis makes 10-foot turnaround jump shot (Damarco Minor assists)
- 2nd Half58-39Barry Dunning Jr. makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half58-41Barry Dunning Jr. makes 2-foot dunk (Damarco Minor assists)
- 2nd Half60-41Alex Steen makes layup
- 2nd Half60-43Cameron Corhen makes driving layup (Barry Dunning Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half60-46Nojus Indrusaitis makes 25-foot three point jumper (Damarco Minor assists)
- 2nd Half60-48Cameron Corhen makes layup (Nojus Indrusaitis assists)
- 2nd Half60-51Barry Dunning Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Omari Witherspoon assists)
- 2nd Half62-51Lajae Jones makes driving layup
- 2nd Half63-51Lajae Jones makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half63-54Barry Dunning Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (Nojus Indrusaitis assists)
- 2nd Half65-54Robert McCray V makes driving layup
- 2nd Half65-56Cameron Corhen makes 13-foot jumper (Damarco Minor assists)
- 2nd Half67-56Thomas Bassong makes driving layup
- 2nd Half67-58Omari Witherspoon makes 9-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half67-61Barry Dunning Jr. makes 26-foot three point jumper (Damarco Minor assists)
- 2nd Half67-62Cameron Corhen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-63Cameron Corhen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-63Lajae Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-63Lajae Jones makes 25-foot three point jumper (Martin Somerville assists)
- 2nd Half71-66Nojus Indrusaitis makes 24-foot three point jumper (Damarco Minor assists)
- 2nd Half73-66Chauncey Wiggins makes 3-foot dunk (Cam Miles assists)
- 2nd Half73-67Nojus Indrusaitis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-68Nojus Indrusaitis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-71Damarco Minor makes 26-foot three point jumper (Omari Witherspoon assists)
- 2nd Half74-71Robert McCray V makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-71Robert McCray V makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-74Damarco Minor makes 25-foot three point jumper
Win probability
Above the line favours Pittsburgh Panthers, below favours Florida State Seminoles.
Venue
- Petersen Events CenterPittsburgh, PA
- Attendance5109
- OfficialsTony Padilla, Tony Chiazza, Bill Covington Jr.
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