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Cardinals' 3-Point Barrage Buries Memphis
14 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Louisville made 18 of 35 3-pointers in a dominant victory.
- Reserve Adrian Wooley and Kasean Pryor fueled a first-half surge.
- Memphis lost despite outscoring Louisville in the paint.
The Louisville Cardinals, ranked No. 11, delivered a decisive offensive performance, defeating the Memphis Tigers 99-73. A first-half surge, ignited by reserve Adrian Wooley and Kasean Pryor, saw the Cardinals connect on 12 of 22 three-pointers, setting the tone for their dominant win. Ryan Conwell also contributed significantly with 17 points.
Louisville's long-range assault continued throughout the game, with the team converting 18 of 35 three-point attempts. This stellar shooting performance overshadowed Memphis's efforts in the paint, where they outscored the Cardinals 40-24. Memphis's offensive struggles included a nine-consecutive missed shots drought in the first half.
Adding to the celebratory atmosphere, Louisville retired the No. 10 jersey of program legend Junior Bridgeman during a halftime ceremony. Bridgeman was recognized for his contributions, including leading the Cardinals' 1975 Final Four squad. The victory marked a significant win for Louisville as they prepare for their next matchup.
