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Virginia brings a high-powered offense (14-2) to Louisville for a Tuesday ACC matchup at the Yum Center, led by Thijs De Ridder and a strong frontcourt as it seeks to extend its recent form. Louisville counters with veteran scorers and perimeter pressure as it looks to slow UVA’s pace and shooters; Ken Pomeroy projects a tight result, Louisville 80, Virginia 77.
No. 16 Virginia Cavaliers defeated No. 20 Louisville Cardinals 79-70 at the KFC Yum! Center, led by Malik Thomas’s 19 points on six 3-pointers and Johann Grunloh’s 16 points and seven rebounds. Virginia built an early 14-0 run and controlled the second half to snap Louisville’s rally, while Louisville’s Isaac McKneely tallied a season-high 23 points. Virginia improves to 15-2 (4-1 ACC); Louisville drops to 12-5 (2-3 ACC). Virginia also welcomed back Jacari White, who contributed five points in limited minutes.
The article provides a detailed play-by-play account of the college basketball game between Louisville Cardinals and Tennessee Volunteers on December 16, 2025, highlighting key plays, scores, and player actions throughout the game.
The Kansas Jayhawks will face the Louisville Cardinals in an exhibition college basketball game in Louisville, Kentucky, with details on the teams' rosters, coaching, and historical context provided.
The Miami Hurricanes lost to Louisville 24-21 after quarterback Carson Beck threw four interceptions, including a costly one in the final seconds that ended their comeback attempt and resulted in a missed field goal opportunity. The game was marked by mistakes and a lack of running game, with Miami never leading and ultimately falling short in a close contest.
Louisville, under first-year coach Pat Kelsey, is set to face No. 23 Ole Miss in the SEC/ACC Challenge, with the Cardinals favored to win at home. Louisville has started the season 5-2, showing improvement from previous seasons. The game is part of a busy Tuesday for ranked teams, with potential changes in the CBS Sports Top 25 And 1 rankings depending on the outcomes.
Indiana suffered a heavy 89-61 defeat to Louisville in the Battle 4 Atlantis, trailing by as much as 38 points. The Hoosiers appeared unprepared and uninspired, struggling with turnovers and poor guard play, particularly from Myles Rice, Kanaan Carlyle, and Trey Galloway. Louisville's aggressive defense forced 23 turnovers, and the Cardinals dominated inside, shooting 71.1% on two-point attempts. This loss continues Indiana's trend of underperforming against marquee non-conference opponents under coach Mike Woodson.
Former Wisconsin guard Chucky Hepburn led the Louisville Cardinals to a decisive 89-61 victory over No. 14 Indiana in the Battle 4 Atlantis tournament. Hepburn delivered an impressive performance with 16 points, 10 assists, and seven steals, showcasing his defensive prowess and offensive efficiency. Through five games, he averages 11.6 points, 5.2 assists, and 3.8 steals per game, ranking second nationally in steals. Meanwhile, Wisconsin, Hepburn's former team, is thriving with an 8-0 start to the season.
Indiana Hoosiers suffered a significant defeat against Louisville in the Battle 4 Atlantis, losing 89-61. The Hoosiers struggled with turnovers, poor shooting, and a lack of energy, leading to a disappointing performance. Despite having a deep and experienced backcourt, Indiana's guards underperformed, contributing to the loss. The game highlighted ongoing issues with effort and preparation under coach Mike Woodson, raising concerns about the team's progress in his fourth year.
Middle Tennessee State's women's basketball team pulled off a stunning upset against the sixth-seeded Louisville Cardinals, prompting a sports writer to express full support for the team's talent and pettiness. The writer, previously focused on men's NCAA tournament, has now shifted allegiance to the MTSU bandwagon and is eagerly anticipating their next game against LSU, highlighting the rarity of upsets in women's basketball and the excitement they bring to the sport.
In a stunning upset, the No. 6 Louisville Cardinals were defeated 71-69 by No. 11 Middle Tennessee in the first round of the women's NCAA Tournament, marking the first time Louisville has lost in the opening round since 2006. Despite holding an 18-point lead in the first half, Louisville couldn't maintain their advantage as Middle Tennessee staged a remarkable comeback. Coach Jeff Walz, known for his tournament coaching prowess, was outmaneuvered as Middle Tennessee's strategic adjustments and strong performances from Jalynn Gregory and Savannah Wheeler led to their victory.
Syracuse's win over Louisville secured a 20-win season for coach Adrian Autry, positioning them to play for 4th place in the ACC. The team's offense improved after a slow start, with strong performances from Maliq Brown, Quadir Copeland, and sophomores Bell and Taylor. Despite Copeland's limited minutes due to fouls, the team's overall performance bodes well for their upcoming game against Clemson.
Syracuse basketball holds off a late Louisville rally to win 82-76, securing its fourth straight victory and improving to 20-10 on the season. Chris Bell leads Syracuse with 23 points, followed by Judah Mintz with 21, as the team shoots 58% from the field. Syracuse plays its regular-season finale on Tuesday night at Clemson.
The Kentucky Wildcats, led by head coach John Calipari, secured a dominant 95-76 victory over the Louisville Cardinals in their rivalry matchup. Antonio Reeves scored a game-high 30 points, while Reed Sheppard recorded a double-double with 11 points and a career-high 11 assists. Tre Mitchell also contributed with 18 points and 12 rebounds. This win marked Calipari's 13th victory over Louisville as the head coach of Kentucky.
Kentucky coach John Calipari expressed support for Louisville coach Kenny Payne, stating that Payne deserves more time to lead the struggling Cardinals program. Payne, who has a record of 9-35 overall and 2-19 in ACC play since taking over as head coach, has faced scrutiny and speculation about his future. Calipari compared Louisville's situation to Kentucky's struggles in the past and believes that given time, Payne will show major strides in improving the team. Payne acknowledged his faults and the need for improvement, but also highlighted the progress his team has made. He plans to utilize the transfer portal to add talent to the roster. Despite limited attendance and fan unrest, the players remain supportive of Payne.