Louisville Cardinals to Take on Virginia Cavaliers in First ACC Matchup of the Season
The Louisville Cardinals will take on the Virginia Cavaliers on Wednesday in their first ACC matchup of the season. While the Cavaliers have a strong record of 10-3 and are
Game outlook
The Louisville Cardinals will take on the Virginia Cavaliers on Wednesday in their first ACC matchup of the season. While the Cavaliers have a strong record of 10-3 and are 1-1 in the ACC, the Cardinals have a record of 5-7 and have yet to win an ACC game. The opening tap is set for 7:00 PM EST, and Virginia is currently the betting favorite with a line of -14.5.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Cardinals +737 | Cavaliers -1,300
Spread: Cardinals +14.5 (-110) | Cavaliers -14.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 128.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Virginia will win straight-up is 93%.
Louisville Cardinals
Louisville's long road to respectability continues as they enter ACC play. After finishing 2-18 in ACC play back during the 2022-23 season, even a small improvement will put them on the right path. They are 0-1 in ACC play so far after losing to the 9th-ranked Kentucky Wildcats 95-75 in a strong performance by Skyy Clarke, with 20 points and five assists. They look to get their first ACC win against a formidable team, coming in with the 232nd power ranking and ranking 185 in offense, 285 in defense, and 5-7 overall. Offensively they average 41.89% field goals, 73.55% free throws, 28.90% three pointers, 38.33 rebounds, 11.00 assists and 12.67 turnovers per game. Defensively they have a 45.29% field goal percentage, 73.31% free throw percentage, 30.59% three pointer percentage, 35.42 rebounds, 14.17 assists and 12.50 turnovers per game.