Stanford Cardinal Triumph Over Pittsburgh Panthers
In a thrilling matchup held in Stanford, California, the Stanford Cardinal secured a 75-67 victory over the Pittsburgh Panthers on Wednesday night. This win marked a significant turnaround for Stanford, ending a two-game losing streak and improving their overall record to 17 wins and 11 losses, along with a 6-9 standing in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC).
Key Performances
Central to the victory was Ebuka Okorie, who delivered an extraordinary performance with 34 points, marking his sixth game this season scoring over 30 points. The game got off to a competitive start, with the Panthers leading 34-32 by halftime. However, the Cardinal, demonstrating resilience, surged ahead during the second half, fueled by Okorie’s remarkable 28-point contribution in that period.
His impressive stats also included six rebounds, six assists, and three steals, while achieving a flawless 9 for 9 from the charity stripe, further solidifying his impact on the court. Alongside him, Benny Gealer added 12 points, and Aidan Cammann chipped in 11 points, with the Cardinal executing a perfect 10-for-10 free-throw performance.
Pittsburgh’s Strong Fight
On the opposing side, Pittsburgh (10-18, 3-12) put up a strong fight, led by Cameron Corhen who scored 22 points and grabbed eight rebounds, complemented by Barry Dunning Jr.‘s 19-point effort, including four decisive three-pointers. Pittsburgh appeared to be in control with a 63-57 lead with just over seven minutes left in the game.
Yet, Stanford responded with vigor, initiating a critical 11-1 run, highlighted by Okorie’s back-to-back three-pointers, which shifted the momentum back in their favor, leading 68-64 with less than four minutes on the clock.
Despite a late attempt from Dunning cutting the lead to four points with a three-pointer, Stanford maintained their composure, with Cammann converting on a tip-in and sealing the victory at the free-throw line, restricting Pittsburgh from scoring in the last three minutes of the contest.
Looking Ahead
Looking ahead, Pittsburgh will travel to California for their next game on Saturday, while Stanford is set to host SMU in a pivotal matchup on the same day.
