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1-on-1 with Pitt basketball center Fede Federiko: On surprise success and sunny offseason Around this time last year, most Pitt basketball fans only knew Fede Federiko because of his unique name. Today, however, he’s known as the...

JUNE 29, 2023 • POST-GAZETTE.COM

Minimal role in victory Federiko registered one point (1-2 FT), one rebound and one block over 11 minutes during Friday's 59-41 victory over Iowa State.

Impact Federiko came off the bench for the first time this season since Dec. 7 after missing the previous game with a knee injury. However, it appears the big man is still affected by his injury, giving Guillermo Diaz Graham extended opportunities to continue being Pittsburgh's starting center.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to be available Federiko (knee) is expected to be available for Friday's game against Iowa State.

Impact Although Federiko isn't in the starting lineup for Friday's matchup in the first round of the NCAA Tournament, he'll suit up after missing Tuesday's First Four game against Mississippi State. He's scored in double figures in five of his last eight appearances and has averaged 10.4 points and 5.4 rebounds in 26.5 minutes per game during that time.

MARCH 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Friday Federiko (knee) isn't starting Friday's game against Iowa State, Jerry DiPaola of TribLive.com reports.

Impact Federiko was unavailable for Tuesday's First Four matchup against Mississippi State due to a knee injury, and he was considered day-to-day ahead of the first round of the NCAA Tournament. Guillermo Diaz Graham is starting for Pittsburgh once again Friday, while it's unclear whether Federiko will be available off the bench.

MARCH 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed day-to-day Coach Jeff Capel said Thursday that Federiko (knee) is considered day-to-day, Corey Crisan of DKPittsburghSports.com reports.

Impact Federiko missed Tuesday's First Four game with a knee injury and will likely be a game-time decision for Friday's game versus Iowa State. Guillermo Diaz Graham will likely draw another start if Federiko is unable to suit up.

MARCH 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Tuesday Federiko (knee) is out for Tuesday's game versus Mississippi State.

Impact Federiko will miss Tuesday's First Four game after injuring his knee against Duke. Pittsburgh will have to beat Mississippi State without their usual starting center in order for Federiko to have a chance to play in March Madness.

MARCH 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time decision for First Four Federiko (undisclosed) is a game-time decision for Tuesday's game against Mississippi State in Dayton, Corey Crisan of DKPittsburghSports.com reports.

Impact Federiko left their ACC Tournament loss against Duke with an injured knee. Pitt will certainly hope to have their big man against the Bulldogs who feature one of the top bigs in the SEC in Tolu Smith.

MARCH 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes close to double-double Federiko finished Wednesday's 89-81 win over Georgia Tech with 19 points (7-7 FG, 5-6 FT), eight rebounds and one assist across 26 minutes.

Impact Federiko bounced back from his poor showing against Miami and led Pittsburgh to victory here with an impressive outing, making all his shots from the field and ending just two rebounds away from a double-double. Federiko should play a significant role Thursday against Duke as well.

MARCH 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in double digits again Federiko racked up 14 points (3-5 FG, 8-8 FT), seven rebounds and two blocks in 34 minutes before fouling out of Tuesday's 76-68 victory over Georgia Tech.

Impact Federiko scored in double digits for the third game in a row thanks to his efficiency from the charity stripe, as he knocked down all eight of his attempts from the free throw line. Federiko is averaging 9.7 points and 6.0 rebounds per game this month.

FEBRUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pulls down 13 rebounds Federiko supplied eight points (2-5 FG, 4-4 FT), 13 rebounds, two assists and three blocks over 29 minutes during Saturday's 83-75 victory over Florida State.

Impact Federiko hasn't scored in double digits since Dec. 17, and he remains a starter, especially after John Hugley went down for the rest of the season due to an injury and his mental health. Federiko hasn't been much of a scorer, but he is still a productive player. He's averaging 7.5 points, 6.5 rebounds and 3.3 blocks per game over his last four contests.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

After a worldwide search, Fede Federiko has found a place to grow at Pitt As the crowd of 20,421 fans roared down the stretch at the Dean Smith Center, Fede Federiko took a moment to soak it all in. Following a qui...

FEBRUARY 7, 2023 • POST-GAZETTE.COM

Pitt recruitment report: Basketball offers Fede Federiko's younger brother; Pat Narduzzi bashes NCAA The Pitt men’s basketball program already has a verbal commitment from one younger brother of a player on its roster, and there is a chance...

FEBRUARY 3, 2023 • POST-GAZETTE.COM

Still filling in for Hugley Federiko ended with two points (1-1 FG), nine rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal across 28 minutes during Wednesday's 81-79 victory over Wake Forest.

Impact Federiko continues to see heavy minutes at center in place of John Hugley, who is out for the remainder of the season due to both injury and his mental health. As a result, the 6-11 sophomore has started the past 11 games for Pitt, posting 7.7 points, 7.3 rebounds and 1.9 blocks over that span. This patter should continue as Pittsburgh looks to play it's way off the bubble into a more secure NCAA Tournament seed.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Syracuse hosts Pittsburgh after Federiko's 22-point game

Pittsburgh plays the Syracuse Orange after Fede Federiko scored 22 points in the Panthers' 82-56 victory against the North Florida Ospreys

DECEMBER 20, 2022 • Associated Press

Excellent as starter Saturday Federiko finished with 17 points (7-10 FG, 3-3 FT), 14 rebounds, three assists and three blocks in 28 minutes during Saturday's 91-66 win over Sacred Heart.

Impact Federiko started for the first time since Nov. 20, and he made the most of the opportunity since he recorded his first double-double of the season, as well as posting season-best marks in points, rebounds and assists. Unfortunately for fantasy managers, Federiko tends to come off the bench, meaning he's not expected to deliver these numbers on a regular basis.

DECEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fede Federiko's double-double leads Pitt to 91-66 rout over Sacred Heart Having depth makes a world of a difference for Jeff Capel’s Pitt basketball team. Last year, if John Hugley IV was struggling, the Panthers...

DECEMBER 11, 2022 • POST-GAZETTE.COM

Rejoins the bench Federiko isn't in the starting five for Tuesday's game versus Fairleigh-Dickinson.

Impact John Hugley will replace Federiko in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game. Federiko failed to score and only pulled in one rebound in 17 minutes during Sunday's game.

NOVEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting five Federiko is starting Thursday against VCU.

Impact Federiko came off the bench for Wednesday's game against Michigan but will reclaim his starting role with John Hurley (knee) unavailable Thursday. Over his first two starts of the year, Federiko averaged 9.0 points and 6.5 rebounds in 29.5 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Heads to bench Federiko won't start for Pitt in their game against Michigan, Corey Crisan of DKPittsburghSports.com reports.

Impact Federiko put up good numbers while enjoying starter minutes, but he'll head to the bench now that John Hugley is back in the fold for the Panthers. Expect to see some rotational minutes from the big man, but a healthy Hugley should dominate minutes at the five for Pittsburgh.

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sniffs double-double Federiko contributed 13 points (6-7 FG, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds and three blocks over 27 minutes during Monday's 80-58 victory over UT Martin.

Impact Federiko was extremely efficient in this game, missing just one shot from the field and also making his presence felt both as a defender and on the glass since he ended just three boards shy of a double-double. That said, the only way he'll remain valuable on fantasy will be while John Hugley (knee) remains out.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Posts double-double Federiko had 10 points (5-5 FG, 0-2 FT), 10 rebounds and three blocks across 19 minutes in Saturday's 103-51 exhibition victory over Clarion.

Impact Federiko saw extra time on the court due to the absence of John Hugley (knee), the presumed starting center who Pitt is hopeful will be available for the opener. The starting role still went to seven-foot freshman Guilermo Diaz Graham, however, who logged four points, four rebounds and three assists while dealing with a bit of foul trouble. While this was a quality showing, it was a greatly-overmatched opponent, and Federiko may not have much fantasy utility unless Hugley ends up missing time.

OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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