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Freshman Mikel Brown Jr. Leads Louisville to Upset Over Kentucky
12 Nov
Summary
- Louisville defeats No. 9 Kentucky 96-88 in rivalry game
- Freshman Mikel Brown Jr. scores 29 points for the Cardinals
- Louisville builds 20-point lead but has to hold off Kentucky's late comeback
On November 8, 2025, the No. 12 Louisville Cardinals pulled off an impressive 96-88 upset victory over the No. 9 Kentucky Wildcats in a highly anticipated college basketball rivalry matchup. The game was a showcase for Louisville's talented freshman Mikel Brown Jr., who scored a team-high 29 points to lead the Cardinals to the win.
Louisville jumped out to a big lead in the game, building a 20-point advantage at one point. However, Kentucky mounted a furious comeback, cutting the deficit to just four points with 4 minutes remaining. But Brown stepped up, scoring 5 quick points to give Louisville some breathing room, and the Cardinals were able to hold on for the victory.
The win was a significant statement for Louisville, which had lost the previous three meetings against its in-state rival. With both teams ranked in the top 12, the game carried extra weight, and Louisville's performance, led by the impressive freshman, will surely boost the team's confidence as the season progresses.
