Louisville Basketball: 10 reasons why the Cards can win the National Championship

Nov 26, 2014; Louisville, KY, USA; Louisville Cardinals head coach Rick Pitino celebrates his 700th win with Athletic Director Tom Jurich following the second half against the Cleveland State Vikings at KFC Yum! Center. Louisville defeated Cleveland State 45-33. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Rhodes-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 26, 2014; Louisville, KY, USA; Louisville Cardinals head coach Rick Pitino celebrates his 700th win with Athletic Director Tom Jurich following the second half against the Cleveland State Vikings at KFC Yum! Center. Louisville defeated Cleveland State 45-33. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Rhodes-USA TODAY Sports /
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Mar 5, 2016; Charlottesville, VA, USA; Louisville Cardinals guard Quentin Snider (2) shoots the ball as Virginia Cavaliers forward Isaiah Wilkins (21) defends in the first half at John Paul Jones Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 5, 2016; Charlottesville, VA, USA; Louisville Cardinals guard Quentin Snider (2) shoots the ball as Virginia Cavaliers forward Isaiah Wilkins (21) defends in the first half at John Paul Jones Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports /

9. The growth and maturity of Quentin Snider

We all remember how impressive it was when Snider stepped into the guard role in the Elite 8 season a few years ago. Ever since then, he has done nothing but improve his shooting and ability to play the point.

His passing has given all of us glimpses of the great Peyton Siva of 2013 and if he keep improving this season, he could have Louisville going all the way.

He has been involved in more than enough big games by now that he won’t be intimidated by any stage. The even better news is that the offense is going through him. While he can shoot a three every now and then, he will, more importantly, be able to set his teammates up for open shots.

This team has a few guys who could put up some big-time numbers and Snider is just the guy to get them open.

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