January 13, 2026
No. 16 Virginia pulled off a 79-70 win over No. 20 Louisville in a thrilling ACC matchup at the KFC Yum! Center. The Cavaliers dominated early, scoring the first 14 points of the game, but Louisville fought back, trimming the lead to two points at halftime, 33-28.
Key Players:
- Malik Thomas: 19 points, 6-of-8 from 3-point range
- Isaac McKneely: 23 points, season-high
- Ryan Conwell: 14 points, 7 rebounds
- Johann Grunloh: 16 points, 7 rebounds for Virginia
Virginia’s strong perimeter shooting, making 14 three-pointers at a 41% clip, proved crucial. Louisville struggled to keep up, shooting 35.8% from the field and 26.3% from beyond the arc.
Next up the Cards get on the road to take on Pittsburgh on January 17 at 8:00pm on ESPN.
Photos by Roscelle Griffin
Roscelle Griffin, a talented photographer from Johnson City, Tennessee, excelled as a women’s basketball player at the University of Louisville. Her passion for photography, ignited by her grandmother’s gift of a Polaroid camera, now drives her to capture moments that transport viewers into a world of boldness and excitement. Roscelle’s media company, 502 Media Now, specializes in sports videography and photography, showcasing the dynamic world of sports while also excelling in real estate, headshots, weddings, and events.
