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Exciting Matchup: Kansas vs. Louisville Exhibition on Oct. 24

10/24/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Kansas and Louisville play an exhibition on Oct. 24, 2025, at the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky.
Kansas is ranked No. 19 and features a largely new roster with only one returning player, Flory Bidunga (Kansas).
Louisville is ranked No. 11 after finishing 27-8 last season.
The game will be broadcast on ACC Network with radio coverage through the Jayhawk Radio Network.

History

Historical Context

Since its founding in 1906, the NCAA has transformed college basketball, with 353 schools participating in Division I by 2024. The NCAA Tournament, established in 1939, has grown from eight to 68 teams, reflecting the sport's increasing popularity. Kansas, a historic program, faces Louisville, which had a strong 27-8 record last season, showcasing the competitive landscape and evolving team dynamics in college basketball.

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Story summary

Kansas and Louisville play an exhibition on Oct. 24, 2025, at the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky.
Kansas is ranked No. 19 and features a largely new roster with only one returning player, Flory Bidunga (Kansas).
Louisville is ranked No. 11 after finishing 27-8 last season.
The game will be broadcast on ACC Network with radio coverage through the Jayhawk Radio Network.

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