West Virginia Dominates Pittsburgh in Rivalry Matchup
Thursday, November 13, 2025, 6:00 PM ET · Hope Coliseum
West Virginia Mountaineers 71, Pittsburgh Panthers 49, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Pittsburgh Panthers vs West Virginia Mountaineers?
West Virginia Mountaineers beat Pittsburgh Panthers 71-49 at Hope Coliseum on November 13, 2025.
In a commanding performance, the West Virginia Mountaineers secured a decisive victory over the Pittsburgh Panthers with a final score of 71-49 at Hope Coliseum. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as it marked the first meeting between the two teams in the 2025 season, following a previous encounter where West Virginia fell to Pittsburgh 62-86 last November. The Mountaineers' win not only avenged that loss but also showcased their strong home court advantage, improving their home record to 5-0 this season.
West Virginia entered the game with a solid home record of 4-0 and a recent form of 7-3 over their last ten games, boasting a three-game winning streak. They have averaged 65.7 points scored and allowed 63.1 points per game during this stretch. Their latest victories included a 69-47 win against Lehigh on November 9, a 73-65 win over Campbell on November 7, and a 70-54 triumph against Mount St. Mary's on November 5. The Mountaineers have been particularly strong at home, with a 6-1 record in their last seven home games.
On the other hand, the Pittsburgh Panthers came into the game with a 3-1 away record and a 3-1 record for the season. Their recent form has been mixed, with a 5-5 record in their last ten games, but they also entered the contest on a three-game winning streak. The Panthers have averaged 72.7 points scored and 67.5 points allowed during this period. Their last three wins included a 78-66 victory over Eastern Michigan on November 11, a 78-60 win against Longwood on November 8, and a 74-59 victory over Youngstown State on November 4. However, their struggles away from home have been evident, as they have yet to secure a win in four away games this season.
The game was played under favorable conditions at Hope Coliseum, where the Mountaineers have historically performed well. The atmosphere was electric, further enhancing the intensity of this rivalry matchup. As the game unfolded, West Virginia quickly established dominance, leading at halftime and maintaining control throughout the second half. The scoring plays highlighted key contributions from players such as Jasper Floyd, who made several free throws to extend the lead, and Roman Siulepa, who scored a layup for Pittsburgh.
The injury report did not indicate any significant absences for either team, allowing both squads to field their strongest lineups. This factor contributed to the competitive nature of the game, although West Virginia's execution ultimately proved superior.
In terms of betting, the market had priced West Virginia as the clear favorite, reflecting their strong home record and recent form. The odds attributed to this matchup indicated a high probability of a Mountaineers victory, which they delivered convincingly.
Overall, this game served as a reminder of West Virginia's prowess at home and their ability to bounce back after a previous defeat to their rivals. The Mountaineers will look to build on this momentum as they continue their season, while the Panthers will need to address their away performance to compete effectively in future matchups.
Leaders
- PointsHarlan Obioha19West Virginia Mountaineers
- AssistsJasper Floyd7West Virginia Mountaineers
- ReboundsHarlan Obioha6West Virginia Mountaineers
- PointsCameron Corhen14Pittsburgh Panthers
- AssistsOmari Witherspoon4Pittsburgh Panthers
- ReboundsCameron Corhen10Pittsburgh Panthers
Recent form
West Virginia Mountaineers
Last 10: 7-3Streak W365.7 scored · 63.1 allowed per game6-1 at home
- W69-47vs Lehigh Mountain HawksNov 9
- W73-65vs Campbell Fighting CamelsNov 7
- W70-54vs Mount St. Mary's MountaineersNov 5
- L60-67vs Colorado BuffaloesMar 12
- W72-65vs UCF KnightsMar 8
- W71-69at Utah UtesMar 5
- L56-77at BYU CougarsMar 2
- W73-55vs TCU Horned FrogsFeb 26
- L51-73at Texas Tech Red RaidersFeb 22
- W62-59vs Cincinnati BearcatsFeb 20
Pittsburgh Panthers
Last 10: 5-5Streak W372.7 scored · 67.5 allowed per game0-4 away
- W78-66vs Eastern Michigan EaglesNov 11
- W78-60vs Longwood LancersNov 8
- W74-59vs Youngstown State PenguinsNov 4
- L54-55at Notre Dame Fighting IrishMar 11
- W93-67vs Boston College EaglesMar 8
- L63-71at NC State WolfpackMar 6
- L68-79at Louisville CardinalsMar 1
- L67-73vs Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsFeb 26
- L72-76at Notre Dame Fighting IrishFeb 22
- W80-69vs Syracuse OrangeFeb 19
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 |
| Arizona | 36-3 | - | 16-2 |
| Houston | 30-7 | 2 | 14-4 |
| Iowa State | 29-8 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Kansas | 24-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Texas Tech | 23-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| TCU | 23-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| BYU | 23-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| UCF | 21-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| West Virginia | 21-14 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Cincinnati | 18-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Colorado | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Arizona State | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma State | 20-15 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Baylor | 17-17 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Kansas State | 12-20 | 13 | 3-15 |
| Utah | 10-22 | 14 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Pittsburgh Panthers | West Virginia Mountaineers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 20-53 | 24-56 |
| Field goal % | 38 | 43 |
| Three-pointers | 5-20 | 7-24 |
| Three-point % | 25 | 29 |
| Free throws | 4-6 | 16-21 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 76 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 34 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 26 |
| Assists | 12 | 13 |
| Steals | 4 | 6 |
| Blocks | 5 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 6 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 2 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 21 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 20 | 32 |
| Fouls | 16 | 11 |
| Largest lead | 7 | 24 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half23-30Harlan Obioha made Dunk. Assisted by Treysen Eaglestaff.
- 1st Half23-32Jasper Floyd made Layup.
- 1st Half24-32Damarco Minor made Free Throw.
- 1st Half25-32Damarco Minor made Free Throw.
- 1st Half25-33Harlan Obioha made Free Throw.
- 1st Half25-34Harlan Obioha made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half25-36Harlan Obioha made Layup.
- 2nd Half25-37Harlan Obioha made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half25-39Jasper Floyd made Layup.
- 2nd Half25-41Brenen Lorient made Jumper.
- 2nd Half25-43Harlan Obioha made Layup.
- 2nd Half25-46Treysen Eaglestaff made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Harlan Obioha.
- 2nd Half27-46Cameron Corhen made Dunk. Assisted by Nojus Indrusaitis.
- 2nd Half27-48Brenen Lorient made Jumper. Assisted by Jasper Floyd.
- 2nd Half30-48Nojus Indrusaitis made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Damarco Minor.
- 2nd Half33-48Roman Siulepa made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Omari Witherspoon.
- 2nd Half33-50Harlan Obioha made Layup.
- 2nd Half36-50Cameron Corhen made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Damarco Minor.
- 2nd Half38-50Omari Witherspoon made Layup.
- 2nd Half40-50Nojus Indrusaitis made Layup.
- 2nd Half40-52Brenen Lorient made Layup. Assisted by Jasper Floyd.
- 2nd Half40-54Harlan Obioha made Layup. Assisted by Jasper Floyd.
- 2nd Half40-57Honor Huff made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half40-58Honor Huff made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-59Honor Huff made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-60Honor Huff made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-61Honor Huff made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-62Honor Huff made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-63Honor Huff made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-63Cameron Corhen made Layup. Assisted by Damarco Minor.
- 2nd Half42-66Morris Ugusuk made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jasper Floyd.
- 2nd Half43-66Cameron Corhen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-66Roman Siulepa made Layup. Assisted by Omari Witherspoon.
- 2nd Half45-67Jasper Floyd made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-68Jasper Floyd made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-68Cameron Corhen made Layup.
- 2nd Half47-69Jasper Floyd made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-69Papa Amadou Kante made Dunk. Assisted by Brandin Cummings.
- 2nd Half49-70Honor Huff made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-71Honor Huff made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours West Virginia Mountaineers, below favours Pittsburgh Panthers.
Venue
- Hope ColiseumMorgantown, WV
- Attendance12453
- OfficialsKipp Kissinger, Roger Ayers, Marques Pettigrew
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