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Pittsburgh Falls 68-67 to Notre Dame - Recap
Paul Atkinson scored 16 points leading Notre Dame to a 68-67 victory over Pittsburgh at Petersen Events Center on Tuesday.
Notre Dame won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -4.0-point spread.
Notre Dame got 15 points from Prentiss Hubb and another 12 points from Blake Wesley. Dane Goodwin contributed 4 assists, while Paul Atkinson cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Pittsburgh got a 18-point performance from John Hugley, who was supported by 15 points from Jamarius Burton. Femi Odukale had 3 assists in a losing cause for Pittsburgh, while John Hugley grabbed 6 rebounds.
Notre Dame trailed at halftime, $HalfScore.
Notre Dame had a 30-25 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Notre Dame heads into a battle against Duke. Pittsburgh, meanwhile, will have their next action against Virginia Tech.