DAYTON, Ohio -- Make no mistake about it. The run Pitt went on throughout the regular season and into the ACC Tournament was unforeseen by most and subsequently doubted by the same crowd into Selection Sunday.
Now that the Panthers are in the big dance, the mission to continue to prove themselves right is at the forefront.
No. 11-seed Pitt will make its return to the NCAA Tournament when it tips off against No. 11-seed Mississippi State Tuesday at UD Arena in Dayton, Ohio, in the First Four round. The winner will advance to Greensboro, N.