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Louisville Bounces Back: Defeats SMU 88-74 After Halftime

2/1/2026

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Louisville defeated SMU 88-74 on January 31, 2026, at the KFC Yum! Center, overcoming a halftime deficit, following a significant loss to Duke.
Mikel Brown Jr. led Louisville with 20 points, while Khani Rooths of Louisville posted 12 points and 10 rebounds for a double-double.
Louisville's defense limited SMU to 27 points in the second half.
The win improved Louisville's record to 15-6 overall and 5-4 in ACC play.

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Louisville defeated SMU 88-74 on January 31, 2026, at the KFC Yum! Center, overcoming a halftime deficit, following a significant loss to Duke.
Mikel Brown Jr. led Louisville with 20 points, while Khani Rooths of Louisville posted 12 points and 10 rebounds for a double-double.
Louisville's defense limited SMU to 27 points in the second half.
The win improved Louisville's record to 15-6 overall and 5-4 in ACC play.