Coming off a tough loss to No. 12 Duke, the Cardinals are currently on a four-game losing streak. On the other hand, Virginia has been on a three-game winning streak, including an overtime victory over NC State in their last game.
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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.
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Louisville had a promising start to the game, leading with 11:12 remaining in the first half. They even outscored Kentucky in the second half. However, it was the final minutes of the opening frame that made all the difference.
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Louisville head coach Kenny Payne acknowledged the Hokies’ dominance in the second half, stating, “They took the fight to us, especially in the second half. They’re a well-coached team, hard-fighting team, and hard to beat at home. I thought we did a lot of things well, but at critical times I just thought we made mistakes. Especially in the second half, they shot 48% and made 19 of 23 free throws. To me, that’s the game.”
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The Cardinals are entering the contest with a two-game winning streak after securing victories against New Mexico State and Bellarmine. On the other hand, the Hokies have dropped their last two games against Florida Atlantic and Auburn.
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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.
