Louisville Men’s Basketball: NCAA Tournament Projections Heat Up in Late February
The Louisville men’s basketball team has rebounded from a brief setback, regaining their momentum as one of the hottest teams in the ACC. With a stellar record of 20-6 overall and 13-2 in conference play, the Cardinals have secured a bye in the ACC Tournament and are well-positioned to earn a double bye.
Under the guidance of first-year head coach Pat Kelsey, Louisville has catapulted into the NCAA Tournament conversation, with various projections placing them as a top contender. BracketMatrix, a website aggregating projections from prominent “bracketologists,” currently lists Louisville as a seven seed in its latest update.
As Selection Sunday approaches on March 16, the anticipation builds, and several notable NCAA Tournament projectors have weighed in on Louisville’s prospects. Here’s a sampling of their projections, offering a glimpse into the Cardinals’ potential path in the Big Dance.
The NCAA Tournament schedule unfolds as follows: the First Four takes place on March 18-19, followed by the first and second rounds on March 20-23. The Sweet 16 and Elite Eight are slated for March 27-30, with the Final Four and national championship games taking place on April 5 and 7, respectively, at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas.
As the Cardinals continue their impressive run, fans and pundits alike are eager to see how their tournament prospects evolve. With their strong performance and favorable projections, Louisville is poised to make a significant impact in the NCAA Tournament.
