We knew both teams were good coming in — Final Four good, a rematch potentially on the table in Indianapolis down the road. But someone had to win this first one, stupidly scheduled historically early for November 11, and it didn’t end up being the guys Big Blue Nation rooted for in a hostile KFC Yum! Center environment.
KSR has the takeaways from Louisville as the Wildcats move to 2-1 on the season following the 96-88 loss.
Louisville’s offense is better than Kentucky’s defense
The Wildcats entered the day ranked No. 4 nationally in defensive efficiency, holding both opponents to start the season to under 59 points.