Getting through 40 minutes it’s last time out was a slog for Pitt, who mustered only 49 points in a 22-point loss to rival West Virginia the last time it took the floor. But their 34-point victory over Bucknell on Monday night was an opportunity for the offense to build back some momentum.

Pitt (4-1) cruised to an 84-50 victory over Bucknell (2-3) with its most prolific offensive outburst of the young season so far. Shooting 51% from the field and 52% 3-point range, Jeff Capel’s club temporarily washed away the sour taste of their last blowout loss thanks to a breakout game from Barry Dunning Jr., who led the way with 23 points on 8-for-13 shooting from the field, and a cohesive offensive effort.

The Panthers opened the game by making four of their first seven shots but struggled to se

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