Louisville basketball is on a roll, and last night's victory over Georgia Tech at the KFC Yum! Center is just the latest chapter.
Mikel Brown Jr. led the Cardinals with an impressive 19 points, shooting 50% from the field. This win marks six victories in their last seven games and eight out of their last ten, signaling a strong push toward the postseason.
With only four games left, Louisville faces a challenging road ahead, with three games away from home against potential NCAA Tournament teams. One of these is a crucial matchup against North Carolina. Despite the Tar Heels' top-25 ranking, the absence of Caleb Wilson gives Louisville a solid shot at a road win in Chapel Hill, with ESPN giving the Cardinals a 61.1% chance.
Yet, it's the upcoming clash with Miami that's capturing attention. The Hurricanes have been turning heads with their performance, holding a 21-6 overall record and a 10-4 mark in conference play.
They narrowly lost to No. 14 Virginia, proving they're a formidable opponent.
Currently sitting third in the ACC standings, Miami is just a game ahead of Louisville, who boasts a 20-7 record and is 9-5 in conference action.
Before their slip against Virginia, Miami was on a four-game winning streak, including a notable victory over UNC with Wilson contributing 12 points. As Louisville gears up for its final four games, the stakes are high. While matchups with UNC and Clemson are significant, it's the showdown with Miami that could be pivotal.
Louisville needs to handle business against North Carolina and Clemson first, but with Miami surging, their head-to-head could determine who earns the coveted double bye in the ACC Tournament. The Cardinals are in a prime position to improve their standing both in the ACC and the NCAA Tournament seedings, with every game offering a chance to climb higher.