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Louisville hoops prepares for season after exhibition performance

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Last updated Oct 23, 2026

Louisville hoops prepares for season after exhibition performance

Summary

The University of Louisville basketball team is gearing up for the season following an exhibition game. Coach Pal Kelsey emphasized winning, which reflected in his lineup choices and strategies during the match. Notable performances came from Flory Bidunga, Jackson Shelstad, and Seth Trimble, with Obinna Ekezie Jr. receiving attention for his absence from notable rookie lists despite a strong debut. The team attempted 60 shots, with half being three-pointers, diverging from the expected inside game focus. The next opponent for Louisville is the Mercyhurst Lakers, who recently lost an exhibition to Buffalo.

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By the Numbers

•Louisville plays Mercyhurst next
•Obinna Ekezie Jr. missed rookie lists
•Team took 60 shots, half threes
•Pal Kelsey focused on winning
•Team reflects on exhibition outcomes

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This space shall be a periodic depository for random musings about U of L hoops. It is dedicated to The Professor and Bruce, sadly departed Cardinal diehards with forever front row seats in Freedom Hall Heaven. Glaring Rankings Omission. In the ramp up to the season, there have been a spate of various and sundry […]
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