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Louisville Cardinals Set to Host Coppin State Eagles at KFC Yum! Center

As the Louisville Cardinals prepare to take on the Coppin State Eagles at the KFC Yum! Center, fans are eager for what promises to be an electrifying matchup. The Cardinals, coming off a series of games that have tested their mettle, are looking to assert dominance on their home court.


Nov 26, 2023; Louisville, Kentucky, USA;  Louisville Cardinals forward Emmanuel Okorafor (34) shoots against the New Mexico State Aggies during the second half at KFC Yum! Center. Louisville defeated New Mexico State 90-84. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Rhodes-USA TODAY Sports

In their last outing on November 11 against Chattanooga Mocs, the Cardinals fell short by 10 points in a game that ended with an 81-71 scoreline. Despite this loss, there were positive takeaways for LOU. They demonstrated resilience in the second half by putting up 44 points compared to their first-half performance of only 27 points. However, shooting was a concern as they only converted 38 percent from the field and struggled beyond the arc with a mere 33 percent three-point shooting.


Contrastingly, in an earlier game against UMBC Retrievers on November 7, LOU emerged victorious with a nail-biting one-point win at home. Their offensive prowess was evident as they racked up an impressive 94 points and dominated inside with a staggering 60 points in paint. This victory showcased their ability to grind out results even when faced with adversity.


The upcoming game against Coppin State presents an opportunity for Louisville to capitalize on its strengths and address its weaknesses. The key will be improving field goal percentages and maintaining defensive intensity throughout both halves of play.


Coppin State Eagles come into this game as underdogs but should not be underestimated. Their performance will hinge upon disrupting LOU's rhythm and exploiting any lapses in defense or periods of cold shooting from the home team.


With all eyes set on November 16th at KFC Yum! Center, fans can expect LOU's players to step up and deliver a commanding performance worthy of their passionate support base. The Cardinals' ability to control the paint while tightening up perimeter defense could very well dictate this contest's outcome.


Fans who cannot make it to KFC Yum! Center can catch all the action live via ACC Network Extra online broadcast starting at midnight Eastern Time (ET). This is more than just another game; it's about setting the tone for what lies ahead for Louisville basketball this season.

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