Pittsburgh Falls to Hofstra in Non-Conference Matchup

Pittsburgh fell to Hofstra in an 80-73 non-conference matchup on December 7, 2025. Cruz Davis led Hofstra with a career-high 36 points, shooting 14-of-25 from the field, including five three-pointers, and added seven assists.

The Pride maintained control for most of the game, outscoring Pittsburgh 20-7 to close the first half with a 36-23 lead. Brandin Cummings scored a career-high 34 points for the Panthers, but Pittsburgh struggled to gain momentum, leading for only 1 minute and 32 seconds during the game.

The loss highlights the challenges teams face in non-conference play as they prepare for the ACC season, with Pittsburgh now sitting at 5-5. Hofstra's victory marks their all-time record against ACC teams at 6-36, with their last win against an ACC opponent occurring during the 2015-16 season against Florida State.