Once upon a time, Pitt basketball's 2016 recruiting class looked like one to lead the Panthers into another run of excellence. Now? Not so much.
Sure, Pitt has already landed a quality power forward in Corey Manigault. But after securing early commitments from Top 50 four-star guards Mustapha Heron and Maverick Rowan, Pitt has failed to secure a stronghold on either.
Earlier, Rowan reopened his recruitment and a few days ago, Heron did the same. Heron's case is particularly interesting considering he repeatedly said Pitt was still his choice.
Less than a year ago, Heron said it was full-steam ahead with the Panthers, saying he was 100% committed, even after the departure of assistant Barry Rohrssen, with whom he had a strong relationship.