Louisville basketball is entering a pivotal offseason, diving headfirst into the Transfer Portal. Head Coach Pat Kelsey is on a mission to bolster his roster without losing key players like Adrian Wooley or Khani Rooths. With the departure of their top four scorers from the 2025-26 season, including starters Mikel Brown Jr., Ryan Conwell, and Isaac McKneely, the Cardinals are in need of some serious firepower.
Kelsey is known for his penchant for 3-point shooters, a strategy that has defined Louisville's game. The recent entry of a top-tier 3-point specialist into the Transfer Portal presents an exciting opportunity for the Cardinals.
Enter Tyler Lundblade, a perfect fit for Kelsey’s system.
Louisville thrives on the three-ball, and with the need to replace their top shooters, Lundblade should be a prime target. The Belmont guard, recently named MVC Player of the Year, is a sharpshooter with impressive stats: 15.6 points per game, a 40.6% success rate from beyond the arc, and a total of 115 made 3-pointers, ranking him sixth in Division I.
Standing at 6-foot-5 and weighing 195 pounds, Lundblade is a prolific shooter, attempting nearly nine 3-pointers per game-tenth highest in Division I. With one year of eligibility left and his former coach Casey Alexander now at Kansas State, the Wildcats might have an edge. However, Kelsey's knack for recruiting top shooters could sway Lundblade towards Louisville.
The Cardinals, who averaged 32.2 3-point attempts per game last season, have a style that should appeal to Lundblade. Louisville's fast-paced, perimeter-focused offense has seen players like Ryan Conwell and Isaac McKneely excel from deep, with Conwell hitting 112 threes last year.
Lundblade is a 4-star transfer, ranked No. 7 overall in the portal and No. 2 among shooting guards. For Louisville, adding a player of his caliber could be a game-changer. Fans should keep a close eye on this potential acquisition as the offseason unfolds.