Louisville basketball is on a roll, notching their 20th win of the season with a commanding 87-70 victory over Georgia Tech. The Cardinals set the tempo early, maintaining a comfortable lead throughout the game.
Now, the spotlight shifts to an exciting clash with No. 16 North Carolina this Monday, Feb.
- With just four games left in the regular season, Louisville's head coach, Pat Kelsey, is usually laser-focused on the next game.
But this week, he broke his usual routine, acknowledging the significance of the upcoming matchups against UNC and Clemson.
Kelsey isn't one to look too far ahead, but even he couldn't ignore the magnitude of this week. "I’m well-aware that we have a big week on the road this week," Kelsey remarked following Saturday's win.
"Two really tough venues. That is the only time I'm going to say something about there’s another game besides the one on Monday.
But it’s a big week for the Cards. Big week.
We play two good teams, two tough venues."
The Cardinals are gearing up for a major ACC showdown in Chapel Hill against North Carolina, followed by another critical game at Clemson. With Louisville aiming to climb both the ACC standings and the NCAA Tournament seedings, these games carry substantial weight.
Currently, Louisville holds a 61.1 percent chance of defeating North Carolina, especially with the Tar Heels' star player, Caleb Wilson, sidelined by a hand fracture. Clemson, on the other hand, is struggling through a four-game losing streak, making this an opportune moment for the Cardinals, who have a 57.6 percent chance of victory according to ESPN's Matchup Predictor.
For those familiar with Kelsey and his team, the fact that he's discussing the week ahead underscores its importance. Louisville has a prime opportunity to make a statement in the ACC and catch the eye of the NCAA Tournament committee.
The Louisville-UNC matchup is set for a 7 p.m. tipoff on Monday. Keep following for all the latest updates on Louisville basketball's 2025-26 season and recruiting developments.