Louisville has had a rough stretch, losing their last three games, including a 90-65 defeat at the hands of Wake Forest. This game against Duke will be their fourth consecutive road game against teams that have been undefeated at home this season. Duke, on the other hand, had their eight-game winning streak snapped in a 80-76 loss to Pitt.
"levis"
-
-
Wagner showcased his talents on the court, averaging 12.5 points and 6.0 assists per game, as Kentucky secured victories over Mississippi State and Georgia. These wins propelled the Wildcats to an impressive 14-3 overall record, with a 4-1 standing in the SEC. Hailing from Camden, New Jersey, Wagner executed an outstanding performance against Georgia, achieving his first-ever double-double with 18 points and a career-high 10 assists on an impressive 8 of 12 shooting from the field.
-
However, North Carolina responded with a 13-5 burst, preventing Louisville from getting any closer than eight points for the rest of the game. “They are a team that could easily win a championship this year,” said Louisville head coach Kenny Payne. “We knew that coming in. I thought we played hard, I thought we fought, but there are no good efforts and moral victories with this program. I want to win games.”
-
Next up, the Big Blue Nation will be treated to Rockstar Night on February 9 when Kentucky takes on Missouri. Fans are encouraged to glam up and rock out at Rupp, as friendship bracelets will be handed out and exchanged. Additionally, the first 250 kids in attendance will receive heart-shaped rockstar sunglasses.
-
Looking ahead, Kentucky is set to face Mississippi State on Wednesday night at Rupp Arena. Antigua recognizes the challenge that the Bulldogs present, describing them as a physical, tough, and experienced team. He emphasizes the importance of taking care of the ball, rebounding effectively, and improving their defensive efforts.
-
Louisville’s recent performance has been a mixed bag, going 1-1 last week. They secured a victory against Miami on the road but suffered an 89-83 home loss to NC State on Saturday. On the other hand, North Carolina has been on a winning streak, triumphing in their last six games, including a dominant 103-67 victory over Syracuse on Saturday. With the top-ranked teams in the country faltering last week, UNC has soared to the 4th spot in the rankings.
-
The Game started out with a tight score, as both teams were tied at 2-2 before South Carolina went on an 8-2 run to take a 10-4 lead. Kentucky fought back and managed to bring the score within one at 12-11 with a three-pointer from Scherr and a layup by Eniya Russell. However, South Carolina closed out the first quarter with a five-point run, leading 17-13.
-
Antonio Reeves led the way for Kentucky, scoring 22 points, including 5 three-pointers out of 10 attempts. D.J. Wagner also made his presence felt with 18 points and four assists. Rob Dillingham contributed 15 points, while Reed Sheppard added 13 points, six rebounds, and three steals.
-
The Cardinals showed dominance on both ends of the court in the first half, holding Duke to a season-low four points in the second quarter alone. Louisville went on a 16-0 run that lasted 9 minutes and 18 seconds, giving them a comfortable 35-19 lead at halftime.
-
UofL head coach Kenny Payne expressed his desire for the team to be more aggressive and focused on attacking. He acknowledged the team’s lack of movement and ball rotation, leading to settling for jump shots against Virginia’s disciplined defense. Payne emphasized the need for better ball movement and avoiding settling for jump shots against such a formidable opponent.