Pitt Postgame Reaction: Jeff Capel, Damarco Minor Talk WVU Loss

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Pitt men’s basketball suffered its first loss of the 2025-26 season against hated rival West Virginia, 71-49, in the 192nd Backyard Brawl.
The Panthers’ offense started strong and held a 21-14 lead, but things unraveled beyond the 10-minute mark of the first half.
Pitt head coach Jeff Capel and guard Damarco Minor broke down the loss to West Virginia following the game.
Watch the full press conference below:

















