Main Story

Louisville opened the season with an 84-70 win over Chattanooga, building a 21-point halftime lead before the Mocs narrowed the gap in the second half. Flory Bidunga led the Cardinals with 16 points and nine rebounds, while Karter Knox grabbed a career-high 11 rebounds.

By the Numbers
  • Halftime score: Louisville 56, Chattanooga 35.
  • Louisville was outscored 35-28 in the second half.
  • Bidunga: 16 points on 6-of-9 shooting, plus 9 rebounds.
  • Knox: 11 rebounds, 9 points, 2 steals and 1 assist.
  • Louisville made 1 of 16 3-pointers and 9 of 18 free throws in the second half.
Yes, But

Louisville’s dominant opening half gave way to a much less effective finish, as Chattanooga chipped away at the lead. Cardinals coach Pat Kelsey credited the Mocs’ coaching and said Louisville must improve its second-half offense and free-throw shooting.

What's Next

Louisville stays home to face in-state opponent Morehead State on Saturday at noon. The game will stream on ACCNX.

Bottom Line

The opener was a win, but Louisville’s second-half slide showed the team has work to do before a big early lead can be considered secure.