Pittsburgh Panthers vs West Virginia Mountaineers Prediction, Odds and Picks for Today, 11/13/25

Pittsburgh and West Virginia renew one of college basketball’s most heated rivalries tonight in Morgantown. Pitt enters at 3–0 under Jeff Capel, showcasing improved balance and defensive intensity. The Panthers average 77 points per game while holding opponents to just 62, with forward Cameron Corhen anchoring the interior and averaging a double double. Sophomore guard Brandin Cummings adds a scoring punch, but remains questionable with an ankle injury – which could further slow Pitt’s offensive rhythm. Despite the solid start, the Panthers have faced modest competition, and this trip to West Virginia will test their ability to execute against a physical, veteran defense. Capel’s teams typically emphasize half court play and rebounding — traits that fit the grind-it-out tone this rivalry often brings.

West Virginia also comes in 3–0, thriving on defense under new head coach Ross Hodge. The Mountaineers have held opponents under 40% shooting while forcing over 16 turnovers per game, establishing an early-season identity rooted in pressure and toughness. Offensively, WVU is still finding its groove, averaging 71 points on 43% shooting – but its commitment to controlling tempo has paid dividends. Expect a slow-paced, physical game in which both teams work deep into the shot clock and rely on defense to dictate flow. Given the matchup’s history of low scoring battles and the early season emphasis on execution and rebounding, points should be at a premium.

Pitt vs West Virginia Prediction: Under 134.5 (-110) available at time of publishing. Playable to 133.

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