- Matchup: Memphis Tigers vs. Louisville Cardinals
- Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
- Venue: KFC Yum! Center, Louisville, KY
- Broadcast: ESPN
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The Memphis Tigers (4-4) are set to compete against the Louisville Cardinals (8-1) at the KFC Yum! Center this Saturday.
In their previous outing, the Memphis Tigers claimed a victory over Baylor with a final score of 78-71. Memphis concluded the game with a field goal percentage of 41.2% (28-of-68) and converted 3 out of 16 attempts from three-point range. At the free-throw line, they succeeded on 19 of 25 attempts, showcasing a free-throw percentage of 76.0%. On the boards, the Tigers secured a total of 37 rebounds, with 15 coming from the offensive end. Moreover, they registered 12 assists while forcing the Bears into 13 turnovers and achieving 9 steals. Defensively, Memphis allowed their opponent to shoot 34.4% from the floor, making 22 of 64 attempts. Baylor recorded 12 assists and 7 steals during the game, totaling 40 rebounds (16 offensive and 24 defensive), but did not register any blocks. They finished with a free-throw percentage of 68.0% by converting 17 of 25 attempts and made 10 of 28 three-point shots. Both teams faced a similar amount of fouls, with Memphis committing 18 and Baylor 20.
Zachary Davis was a key player in the matchup, scoring 23 points with a shooting percentage of 50.0% (7 of 14). Logging 33 minutes on the court, he also grabbed 13 rebounds and provided 1 assist.
Heading into this game, Memphis holds a 4-4 record for the season. They average 76.0 points per game (ranked 217th nationally), shooting 43.2% from the field. The Tigers have made 32.4% of their three-point attempts (57 of 176) and 70.2% from the free-throw line. As a collective unit, Memphis secures 37.5 rebounds per game and has tallied 118 assists this season, ranking 302nd for assist counts in the nation. Their average of 13.1 turnovers per game is paired with 20.8 personal fouls committed as a team.
Defensively, the Tigers force their opponents into 12.5 turnovers each game and average 18.5 personal fouls. Memphis ranks 129th in allowing assists, giving up 118 throughout the season. They defend against shots allowing a field goal percentage of 41.3% (198 of 480) and yield an average of 36.8 rebounds per game. Opponents shoot 31.8% from beyond the arc, ranking Memphis 211th in Division 1 for points allowed per game (74.1).
In their last game, the Louisville Cardinals achieved an 87-78 victory against Indiana. They allowed Indiana to grab 27 rebounds total (including 7 offensive). Louisville shot 32.4% from three-point range, making 11 of 34 attempts, while converting 15 of 19 free throws for a success rate of 78.9%. Indiana managed to capitalize on 26 of 63 shooting attempts for a field goal percentage of 41.3%. The Cardinals completed 25 of 54 shots for a shooting percentage of 46.3% and connected on 13 of 31 attempts from deep (41.9%). They had a stellar free-throw performance, sinking 24 of 28 attempts (85.7%). Indiana was called for 21 fouls, granting the Cardinals opportunities at the free-throw line. Louisville collected 27 defensive rebounds and 7 offensive rebounds, totaling 34 for the game.
Ryan Conwell was instrumental for the Cardinals during the game, contributing 21 points in 31 minutes of play and dishing out 2 assists. He shot 40.0% from the field (4 of 10) and recorded 4 rebounds.
Louisville’s current record stands at 8-1 for the season. Offensively, the Cardinals are shooting 47.2% from the field, ranking them 104th in the nation. They have amassed 844 points this season (93.8 points per game) and average 43.6 rebounds per contest. With an impressive average of 19.2 assists per game (17th nationally) and only 10.7 turnovers per game, they maintain a strong offensive presence while committing 19.8 fouls per game and succeeding at 77.1% from the free-throw line.
Louisville’s defense allows 29.7% shooting on three-point attempts (68 of 229), while their opponents are hitting 72.4% from the free-throw line. They permit 11.0 assists and 34.8 rebounds per game, ranking 52nd and 192nd respectively in the NCAA. Louisville ranks 69th in points allowed per game at 67.6, forcing 14.2 turnovers per game and limiting opponents to a field goal percentage of 37.4% (14th in college basketball).
Who will emerge victorious in this NCAA matchup?
Pick: Choose Louisville
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