Pitt Men’s Basketball 2025-26 Season Preview
Staff writer Austin Lenhardt-Barley previews the upcoming season for the Pitt men’s basketball team, highlighting a roster filled with new talent and key returning players.
Coach Jeff Capel’s Tenure
Entering his eighth season as head coach, Jeff Capel has steadily improved the Panthers since starting with a 51-59 record in his first four years. Recently, Capel has achieved three straight winning seasons, amassing a 63-38 record, largely thanks to changes in the NCAA transfer rules.
Impact of the NCAA Transfer Rule
Before the 2022-23 season, the NCAA allowed athletes to transfer once without sitting out a full season. This shift greatly benefited Pitt, bringing in impactful players such as Blake Hinson, Nelly Cummings, and Greg Elliott. Each averaged over 10 points per game in 2022-23, transforming the team’s fortunes.
"Pitt going from an 11-21 record to the NCAA Tournament is special and not talked about enough — it happened because of how well Capel works with the transfer portal."
Key Returning Player: Senior Forward Corhen
Corhen returns for his final season at Pitt, marking his second year with the Panthers. Averaging 11 points and five rebounds in 2024-25, he has been a reliable scorer and one of the team's strongest defenders. Corhen is expected to lead the squad this season.
Jeff Capel has skillfully leveraged transfer opportunities to rebuild Pitt into a competitive program with strong leadership and talent on the court.
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