Louisville head coach Kenny Payne acknowledged Pitt’s strong performance, saying, “They shoot the ball well. They play with swagger. They are tough. They are a great rebounding team.” Payne pointed out that the Cardinals started the game on the backfoot, allowing Pitt to dominate the boards. He emphasized the importance of mental focus and consistency in order to achieve victory.
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Louisville’s success from the free throw line played a crucial role in their win, as they shot an impressive 25-for-36. This marks the fifth game this season where they have made 20 or more free throws, with the Cardinals boasting a flawless 4-0 record in those games. It came as no surprise that they entered the game ranked 5th in the country for free throws made per game, averaging 19.9.
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The Cardinals’ success in this game was largely due to their performance at the free-throw line. They made an outstanding 36 of 49 attempts, drawing 40 fouls from New Mexico State – the most in program history. Head coach Kenny Payne expressed his pride in the team’s achievement, stating, “I’m proud of how they finished at the free-throw line late in the game. I’m proud of the fact that we won the game by being aggressive around the rim.”
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The Cardinals have established themselves as a dominant force when they score 70 points or more, boasting an impressive record of 87-5 in their last 92 games dating back to the 2018-19 season. Under coach Walz, Louisville has a record of 316-28 when surpassing the 70-point mark. The team has also been historically successful in the month of November, with a record of 91-18 under Walz and an impressive 39-5 record over the past seven seasons.
