Louisville Wins First in Syracuse Since 2017

The Louisville Cardinals secured a decisive 85-61 victory over the Syracuse Orange, marking their seventh consecutive win and their first triumph in Syracuse since 2017. Chucky Hepburn led Louisville with 24 points and seven assists, notably hitting six three-pointers, which were pivotal in a 12-0 run that secured a 43-27 halftime lead. Louisville's strong shooting performance continued in the second half, finishing with a 50% field goal percentage and making 12 of 28 three-point attempts. Syracuse struggled to keep pace, shooting only 40% from the field and suffering from eight first-half turnovers. The loss drops Syracuse to an 8-9 overall record and 2-4 in ACC play, while Louisville improves to 13-5 overall and 6-1 in the conference. The Cardinals' performance underscores their potential in the ACC, as they navigate a favorable schedule ahead.