Louisville Upsets Stanford 75-73 in ACC Quarterfinal

The Louisville Cardinals advanced to the ACC Tournament semifinals for the first time since joining the conference in 2014, defeating the Stanford Cardinal 75-73 in a thrilling quarterfinal match. Chucky Hepburn's buzzer-beater secured the win, capping a dramatic comeback after Louisville trailed by as much as 15 points in the second half. Under first-year head coach Pat Kelsey, the Cardinals have transformed from last season's struggles, now boasting a nine-game winning streak and a 25-6 record. Hepburn, who earned All-ACC First Team honors, has been a standout player, leading the team in scoring and assists. Louisville's success is attributed to a cohesive backcourt, including Terrence Edwards Jr. and Reyne Smith, who have excelled this season. The Cardinals are set to face either Clemson or SMU in the semifinals, aiming for a championship spot.