Neither Pittsburgh nor Syracuse is playing its best ball right now going into this second-round matchup of the ACC Tournament. But the Panthers match up well to Syracuse. This is proven in Pittsburgh winning the past four times, including going 2-0 this season versus the Orange with both victories coming by double-digits. The Panthers are 14-6 against the Orange since Jamie Dixon became Pittsburgh's coach.

Jamel Artis is a key reason why the Panthers match up well to the Orange. He provides the Panthers that needed perimeter shooter to beat Syracuse's vaunted 2-3 zone defense. Artis is averaging 18.8 points, nine rebounds and six assists during the last four games against the Orange.

The Panthers have dropped two in a row. Artis has been cold in those games. However, Syracuse is 1-4 in its last five games. Both teams have posted some good wins, but I like Pittsburgh's chances more than Syracuse's of getting untracked in this game. The Panthers are 10-2 ATS following a loss.

Syracuse has had some bad losses and lacked consistency during conference play. The Orange have failed to cover five of the past seven times when facing opponents with a winning record. They also don't play Pittsburgh with much confidence.