Louisville basketball has finally reached the biggest part of its year, and it must be ready. The Cardinals claimed the six-seed in the East quadrant of the tournament and have a long road ahead of them. To get out of this quarter of the bracket, they’ll be pinned up against teams such as Duke, UConn, Michigan State, and Kansas. The Cardinals' first matchup, however, will be against the USF Bulls on Thursday.Â
USF guard gives Pat Kelsey and Louisville bulletin board material before first-round
The Cardinals are in this position for a reason, as they have been one of the top teams throughout the year. However, everyone at this point of the season is one of the best. Louisville has the firepower to compete with anyone they face, but the Cardinals must be ready and play their best basketball.Â
Louisville’s best basketball means it will have to step up and play better than it has at times this year. If the Cardinals can do this, then they’ll have a real shot to go all the way. So, let’s take a look at three stats Louisville must fix before its NCAA Tournament run.