Pitt Panthers Fall in NET Rankings Despite Win
Title: Pitt Panthers Fall in NET Rankings Despite Win The Pitt Panthers dropped to No. 15 in the NET rankings despite a recent win against Stanford, indicating a decline in their ranking performance. The NET (NCAA Evaluation Tool) evaluates teams based on a Team Value Index (TVI) and adjusted net efficiency, emphasizing wins against tough opponents and significant victories. Pitt's recent victories against Stanford and Cal were categorized as Quad 3 wins, which likely contributed to their ranking drop. The Panthers have a mixed record against Quad 1 teams, currently standing at 2-2, which impacts their overall ranking. Their two losses were against ranked teams, Wisconsin and Mississippi State, highlighting challenges faced during the season. Pitt has secured one Quad 2 victory against LSU and several Quad 3 wins, demonstrating a varied performance against different competition levels. The team's success is partly attributed to a strong non-conference schedule, which head coach Jeff Capel prioritized. Pitt ranks second in the ACC, trailing behind Duke, and has a significant upcoming game against them, which is one of their remaining Quad 1 matchups. The NET rankings are dynamic; teams can improve or decline based on their performance and the performance of their opponents. The Panthers' season continues to evolve, with upcoming games likely to impact their ranking and overall performance in the NCAA Tournament context.
Original Article: https://www.si.com/college/pittsburgh/basketball/pitt-panthers-fall-net-rankings-despite-win-stanford
Original Article Author: Dominic Campbell
