On a day that was filled with emotion as the Louisville Cardinals honored the 2013 championship are the KFC Yum Center, the current Cards went out and put on a show for a packed house and raucous crowd. In a thrilling matchup between the Louisville Cardinals and the Clemson Tigers, the Cardinals emerged victorious with an 83-73 win at home. The win improves the Cardinals’ record to 4-23 overall and 2-14 in ACC play, while the Tigers fall to 19-8 overall and 11-5 in conference play.
the Cardinals’ starting lineup put in an impressive performance, with each player making key contributions to the team’s success.
Leading the way was El Ellis, who played for 39 minutes and put up an impressive 28 points while shooting 60% from the field. Ellis was also 3-6 from the three-point range and 7-9 from the free-throw line. His efforts were complemented by his five rebounds, one assist, and four turnovers. He was a force on both ends of the court, making several key plays to secure the win.
JJ Traynor also had a strong performance, playing for 34 minutes and contributing 16 points on 5-9 shooting from the field. Traynor was also 2-4 from the three-point range and 4-4 from the free-throw line. He was a force on the boards, pulling down nine rebounds and making four turnovers and a block.
Mike James played for 32 minutes and put up 13 points, shooting 3-7 from the field and 7-7 from the free-throw line. James was also a solid contributor on the defensive end, making three assists and no turnovers.
Jae’Lyn Withers played for 32 minutes and added eight points on 3-6 shooting from the field, making two turnovers and nine rebounds. His efforts on the boards helped limit Clemson’s scoring opportunities and secure the win.
Finally, Sydney Curry played for 15 minutes, contributing four points on 2-2 shooting from the field. Curry was a solid contributor on the defensive end, making four turnovers and three personal fouls.
Together, the Cardinals’ starting five put up an impressive performance, with each player making key contributions to the team’s success. Their ability to execute on both the offensive and defensive ends was a testament to their talent and preparation. With several tough matchups remaining on their schedule, the Cardinals will look to continue building on their momentum and finish the season strong.
The Louisville Cardinals’ bench played a crucial role in the team’s 83-73 win over the Clemson Tigers on February 19th, 2023, contributing 14 points and seven rebounds in the game.
Brandon Huntley-Hatfield played for 22 minutes off the bench and scored eight points, shooting 3-7 from the field and 2-2 from the free-throw line. He was also a key contributor on the boards, grabbing four rebounds and making one assist and one turnover.
Kamari Lands played for 22 minutes and added four points, shooting 1-4 from the field and 2-2 from the free-throw line. He was also a solid contributor on the defensive end, making four assists and no turnovers.
Hercy Miller played for four minutes and made two free throws, contributing to the team’s impressive 92.9% free-throw shooting in the game.
The Cardinals’ bench also played a key role in limiting the Tigers’ scoring opportunities, making important defensive plays and grabbing key rebounds. With several starters in foul trouble, the bench players stepped up and provided a valuable contribution to secure the win.
The Cardinals’ ability to rely on their bench for key contributions was a testament to the team’s depth and resilience. With several tough matchups remaining on their schedule, the bench players will look to continue their strong play and help the team finish the season strong.
Overall, the Cardinals’ bench played a crucial role in the team’s win over the Tigers, making key contributions on both ends of the court and helping to secure the win. Their efforts were a testament to the team’s depth and resilience, and bode well for the team as they look to build momentum and finish the season strong.
In the loss, the Tigers were led by an outstanding performance from PJ Hall, who put up 28 points and eight rebounds. Brevin Galloway and Chase Hunter also had solid performances, contributing 16 and 15 points, respectively. However, the Tigers struggled with their shooting throughout the game, converting just 43% of their field goal attempts and 16.7% of their three-point attempts.
While it has been a difficult season for the Cardinals, the team’s performance of the last stretch of games suggests that they are capable of competing at a high level.
Overall, the game was a testament to the Cardinals’ depth and resilience, as they were able to execute on both ends of the floor and secure a much-needed victory. With several tough matchups remaining on their schedule, the Cardinals will look to continue to build on their momentum and finish the season strong.