The Pitt Panthers surged up the ACC standings after a commanding victory over Boston College, boosting their record to 19-10 overall and 10-8 in conference play, now tied for fifth with Clemson and Wake Forest at 10-8 each due to upsets from higher-ranked teams in the ACC.

The Big Picture

The crowded middle of the ACC standings is leading to an intense finish to the regular season as teams jostle for position in the conference tournament.

By the Numbers
  • Pitt now holds the sixth seed in the ACC Tournament if the season were to end today.
  • Clemson has the tiebreaker over Pitt with two head-to-head wins, while the tiebreaker with Wake Forest is still under review due to a split in their matchups.
State of Play
  • Pittsburgh's win elevated them to the fifth seed tied with Clemson and Wake Forest in the ACC standings at 10-8 each.
  • If standings remain, Pitt would play in the final game on the second day of the ACC Tournament as the sixth seed.
  • Pitt can potentially rise to the third seed, depending on outcomes involving Syracuse, Virginia, and Clemson.
What's Next

The next crucial games for Pitt will determine whether they can maintain their position or potentially climb higher in the ACC standings over the next week.

Bottom Line

Pittsburgh's recent victories have significantly impacted their position in the ACC standings, setting the stage for an exciting tournament battle that could see them climb even higher if certain results go in their favor.