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Can Louisville Cardinals Reclaim Their Roar at KFC Yum! Center?

As the Louisville Cardinals prepare to host the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at the KFC Yum! Center, fans are eager to see if their team can bounce back from a mixed bag of recent performances. The upcoming clash on February 10th promises to be an intriguing encounter, with both teams looking to assert their dominance.


Feb 25, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Louisville Cardinals guard Mike James (1) drives on Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets forward Jalon Moore (14) and guard Miles Kelly (13) in the first half at McCamish Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

The Cardinals have had a rollercoaster ride in their past few games. Despite a strong showing against Pepperdine, where they secured an 85-63 victory with impressive 48 percent field goal shooting and a solid three-point performance at 56 percent, consistency has been elusive. This win was sandwiched between two less favorable outcomes – a tough loss against Kentucky where they fell short by nineteen points despite scoring 76 points and another defeat at the hands of Arkansas State with only 63 points scored and struggling from beyond the arc at just 13 percent.


One trend that stands out for Louisville is their ability to score in the paint; they've consistently put up significant numbers close to the basket. However, turnovers and assist-to-turnover ratio have been areas of concern that need tightening up before facing Georgia Tech.


Feb 25, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Louisville Cardinals forward JJ Traynor (12) fouls Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets forward Javon Franklin (4) in the second half at McCamish Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Playing on home turf should give Louisville an edge – historically, teams tend to perform better in familiar settings. The KFC Yum! Center has seen some electric atmospheres this season which could play into Louisville's hands as they seek redemption after recent stumbles.


The game will be broadcast nationally on ACC Network (channel 612), ensuring fans won't miss any action from this pivotal matchup. With tip-off scheduled for February 10th at 6:30 PM Eastern Time, supporters can expect a thrilling contest as both sides vie for victory in one of college basketball's most vibrant arenas.


Feb 25, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets guard Lance Terry (0) defends Louisville Cardinals forward Jae'Lyn Withers (24) in the first half at McCamish Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports
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