Louisville basketball's No. 1 target in the 2026 cycle is the Louisville native Tyran Stokes. The No. 1 recruit in the nation had a busy past weekend at the Peach Jam, which led to his mom making some comments that have Louisville fans believing they have the edge over Kentucky for her son.
Keiara Stokes reportedly stated her family doesn't watch Kentucky basketball, implying they are die-hard Louisville fans. While this was already known, she stated, "Louisvillians don’t really watch a lot of Kentucky basketball,” making fans believe she is all-in on Pat Kelesy and wants her son to play for the city he grew up in.
Full story: Tyran Stokes’ Mom just sent a loud message that gave Louisville an edge over Kentucky
5-star Jordan Smith Jr. wants to visit Louisville before he commits
The Cardinals received a lifesaving update from 5-star guard Jordan Smith Jr. as he reportedly stated he would like to visit Louisville once more before announcing his commitment. Smith visited Louisville last October, but the dream scenario is to secure a visit from Smith for the Kansas preseason game and have him commit after watching Mikel Brown Jr. and feeling the energy at KFC Yum! Center.
Smith ranks as high as the No. 2 recruit in the nation. Louisville fell behind for Smith as Duke has a commanding lead in some experts' eyes, but after he scheduled visits with Arkansas and Kentucky, and stated he would like to visit Louisville once more, it is clear that nothing is 100 percent right now.
Full story: Louisville’s hopes just got revived after major update on 5-star dream target
Louisville basketball cracks Tay Kinney top 12
Louisville just took a massive step in the right direction after Kelsey and his staff learned they made 5-star Taylen Kinney's final 12. The Kentucky native cut his list down to 12 schools after receiving over 27 offers.
Louisville is considered the favorite to earn his commitment as of now, but it is clear that Kelsey and Mark Pope are in another recruiting battle for a 5-star recruit from Kentucky.
Full story: Pat Kelsey just got one step closer to landing Louisville’s 5-star dream target
Louisville football's X-factors entering 2025 season
Louisville football's 2025 season is right around the corner, and Jeff Brohm and his squad are all set on returning to Charlotte. This offseason, some players have earned more spotlight than others, but it has become clear that if Louisville wants to win its first ACC Title, these four Cardinals must step up significantly.
Here are two Cardinals stocks that are rising and two Cardinals stocks that are falling as we enter the 2025 season.
Full story: 2 Louisville Cardinals stocks rising, 2 that are falling entering 2025 season