Pittsburgh vs. Northwestern

Pittsburgh has a tough challenge heading out on the road. The Panthers are 109-68 UNDER the total as an underdog, including 65-41 UNDER as a road dog. Northwestern is a fierce defensive team surrendering 57.5 points after two games. Northwestern is 89-63 UNDER the total at home against winning teams, plus 51-28 UNDER at home versus opponents that have a 4-plus edge in rebounding. Northwestern played stellar defense in the ACC/Big Ten Challenge last season, holding Boston College to 64 points and Georgia Tech to 61. And these teams met last year in the Fort Myers Tip-Off title game, with Pitt winning 72-59 in a defensive game. Play Pittsburgh/Northwestern UNDER the total.