For a team that lost its top four scorers, three of its top four rebounders and nearly 90% of its three-point shooting, the University of Louisville men’s basketball team still has solid expectations percolating around it.

When I make my list of guys who will have a more direct impact on Louisville’s ability to compete in the Atlantic Coast Conference next season, I must start with another player — Samuell Williamson.

Louisville forward Malik Williams' availability to play against the Cavaliers will not be determined until tipoff Saturday, coach Chris Mack said. 

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — This is what Jim Boeheim said about the University of Louisville basketball team after the Cardinals beat Syracuse, 9…

That is what you would expect from a team with solid leadership.

In the end too many missed Louisville free throws, too many Tyrese Maxey three-pointers, too little Jordan Nwora and too much Nick Richards in overtime, led the Wildcats to a 78-70 victory.

If you pay attention to the recruiting gurus or NBA scouts, John Calipari has stacked guys on his bench more talented than some players Chris Mack starts at Louisville.

The 'Cats and Cards meet on the basketball court on Dec. 28.

EKU never led. Not for one tick of the clock.