The Louisville Cardinals faced a challenging contest against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons, culminating in a 65-90 defeat. The Cardinals now stand with an unbalanced record, while the Demon Deacons improved their standing with another victory. The final score reflects the Demon Deacons' dominance throughout the game.

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

The Louisville Cardinals started strong, putting up 33 points in the first half but were outpaced by Wake Forest's 48 points. In the second half, despite adding another 32 points to their tally, they couldn't close the gap as Wake Forest continued their offensive onslaught with an additional 42 points. The Cardinals showcased a solid two-point shooting performance at 52 percent but struggled beyond the arc with only an 18 percent success rate from three-point range.

Louisville's offense was led by contributions across the board, totaling 12 assists and capitalizing on fast-break opportunities to score nine fast break points. They also managed to convert turnovers into nine additional points and fought for six second-chance points. However, it was inside where they found most of their success, scoring a substantial 36 points in paint.

Defensively, Louisville managed four steals and blocked two shots but ultimately could not contain Wake Forest's sharpshooters who hit an impressive 51 percent from three-point territory. Despite committing fewer personal fouls than their opponents (13 compared to Wake Forest's count of eleven), Louisville struggled on rebounds with only twenty-six total rebounds—twenty-four personal and two team rebounds—against Wake Forest’s thirty-six.

Wake Forest capitalized on both ends of the court; they were more efficient in field goal percentage at fifty percent and slightly better from free throw line making eighty-three percent of their attempts. Their ball movement was superior as well; evidenced by twenty assists which contributed significantly to maintaining control over game flow.

As for individual performances for Louisville Cardinals cannot be overlooked despite loss; players who took charge offensively made twenty-five out of forty-eight two-point attempts while also sinking nine out of eleven free throws attempted during game time.

Looking ahead after this tough road loss against Demon Deacons at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Winston-Salem North Carolina where attendance numbered nine thousand two hundred sixty-one fans witnessed event unfold live – next challenge awaits back home for Louisville Cardinals as they prepare face Duke Blue Devils scheduled January twenty-third seven o'clock evening KFC Yum! Center located heart city Louisville Kentucky USA broadcasted nationally ACC Network channel six hundred twelve ensuring fans won’t miss moment action regardless location ensuring support remains strong upcoming games season progresses onward.

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