Former Pitt and Mississippi State coach Ben Howland joined the show. Ben highlighted the big man for Mississippi State, Tolu Smith, who Ben recruited to the school. Ben said Blake Hinson and Jamarius Burton are two huge factors for Pitt and gassed up the job Jeff Capel has done this season. Ben labeled Burton as the Panthers’ most important player tonight. Ben talked about the concept of the First Four and loves that it creates a little bit more opportunity and how teams can make a run if they win this game. Ben is happy for Pitt’s fans and that he’s excited for the matchup tonight. Ben likes the rock fight approach because you won’t always have your scoring ability, but should always be able to count on your defense. Ben gave a shout out to Jamie Dixon, who has TCU back in the dance, saying Dixon has always done an incredible job at evolving to the game.