I really wanted to get to this before the game was actually underway, but Pitt is kicking off the exhibition (sorry, calling it preseason gives these games too much legitimacy) season. The interesting thing about the game, are the expirements in this game.
Moving the 3-point line 1 foot behind the current line to 20 feet, 9 inches.
Widening the free-throw lane by 1 foot on each side.
Placing a restricted area arc, which is to be 3 feet from the center of the basket ring.
This is part of the internationalization of the game.
The article also notes that a top recruit, Small Forward Tyler Smith, came to Pitt for a visit yesterday. Not sure if he will still be there for the exhibition.
