LSU and Pitt begin the inaugural Greenbrier Tip-Off in about 20 minutes on CBS Sports Network. This is a massive game for McMahon's squad. Pitt ranks 14th in KenPom and would likely give the Tigers a Q1 win if they were to beat the Panthers. Here's some stats to know before the game:
LSU
Tigers rank 1st in the country in opponent three-point percentage (19%).
Four players average double figures, but Vyctorius Miller is getting close (9.3).
Shooting just 31% from three this year.
13.5 turnovers per game. Has been a big problem for them early in the season.
Top-50 in rebounds per game (45). Average 10 OREB.
Pitt
Pitt ranks 15th in defensive efficiency and 22nd in offensive efficiency
Pitt's opponents make just 27% of their threes.
They hold opponents to 56 PPG.
Opponents turn it over 13.4 time per game
They hit 37% of their threes.
All of their starters average double figures.
Should be a really good matchup. Offense is going to need to be great today, because Pitt is relentless on defense. Going to be hard to dig themselves out of a hole if they get down early.
