Mikel Brown Jr. led the No. 24/23 University of Louisville men's basketball team to a dominant 118-77 victory over NC State, breaking the ACC freshman scoring record with 45 points. This win improves Louisville's record to 18-6 and hands NC State its first loss in seven games, dropping them to 18-7. Brown also tied a program record for most points in a game and set a record with 10 three-pointers. Senior Ryan Conwell added 31 points, marking the first time in UofL history that two players scored over 30 points in a game. The team displayed exceptional shooting, hitting 60% from the field and tying their highest point total in over 27 years.

By the Numbers
  • Mikel Brown Jr. scored 45 points, breaking the ACC freshman scoring record of 42.
  • Louisville's team shot 60% from the field and scored 118 points, their highest total since 1995.
State of Play
  • Louisville improved to 8-4 in Atlantic Coast Conference play after the win.
  • NC State's six-game winning streak was snapped, and they fell to 9-3 in the ACC.
What's Next

Louisville will face Baylor in a non-conference neutral-site game at the Dickies Center in Fort Worth, Texas, aiming to continue their momentum following this explosive performance.

Bottom Line

This historic win not only showcases Mikel Brown Jr.’s talent but also emphasizes Louisville's potential as a formidable contender in the ACC, setting expectations high for their upcoming games.