ACC Dominates 2026 NBA Draft with Record 12 Selections
Twelve players from the Atlantic Coast Conference were chosen in the 2026 NBA Draft, the most since 2019, highlighting a deep pool of future NBA talent.
Jun 25, 2026
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Isaiah Evans Falls to Second Round as NBA Draft Unfolds
The first round of the NBA draft surprised many as Isaiah Evans, a Duke standout, was not selected, opening the stage for a deep pool of talent including Meleek Thomas, Henri Veesaar and others.
Jun 24, 2026
Pat Kelsey on Louisville’s Summer Workouts
At a June 22 news conference, Pat Kelsey outlined the Cardinals’ summer progress, highlighted injury recoveries, and praised the fearless contributions of freshmen Isaac Ellis and Boyuan Zhang while noting Mikel Brown Jr.’s looming NBA prospects.
Jun 22, 2026
Mikel Brown Jr. Poised to Lead Louisville’s Draft Resurgence
Mikel Brown Jr. is projected as a top‑10 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, joining a lineage of Louisville players who have shaped the NBA.
Jun 22, 2026
Louisville Cardinals Aim for 2027 NCAA Title with New Roster
After losing nine of their top players, the Cardinals have added a wave of transfers and freshmen, climbing to seventh in the nation on FanDuel's championship odds and earning a No. 2 seed projection from ESPN.
Jun 20, 2026
Mikel Brown Jr. and Ryan Conwell Poised for 2026 NBA Draft Surge
With the 2026 NBA Draft set for June 23‑24, Louisville’s Mikel Brown Jr. and Ryan Conwell dominate early projections, drawing attention from top analysts and multiple teams.
Jun 20, 2026
Louisville Cardinals Prepare for a Revamped Season
With a completely new roster, a fresh defensive identity and a high‑stakes schedule, the Cardinals are aiming to turn last year’s struggles into a breakthrough.
Jun 10, 2026
Louisville Basketball’s Transfer Portal Overhaul Puts Cardinals in Title Contention
Louisville’s aggressive transfer additions have propelled the Cardinals to a top‑five preseason ranking and a second‑place finish in ESPN’s portal rankings, positioning them as a national title threat.
Jun 9, 2026
Louisville Cardinals’ Summer Overhaul Sparks Excitement as Mailbag Returns
After a three-month pause, the Courier Journal’s Louisville basketball mailbag is back, inviting fans to discuss Pat Kelsey’s revamped roster, new staff and the team’s upcoming season.
Jun 3, 2026
College Basketball’s Draft Withdrawal Wave Reshapes 2026‑27 Rosters
A dozen projected first‑round picks have withdrawn from the NBA draft, choosing instead to return to college and reshape the competitive landscape for next year's NCAA campaigns.
May 28, 2026
College Basketball Teams Rebuild as Top Prospects Opt for Another Year
Nearly a dozen high‑profile prospects have pulled out of the NBA draft, choosing to return to college and altering the roster landscape for dozens of programs across the country.
May 28, 2026
Louisville Cardinals Prepare for a Transformative 2026‑27 Season
Summer workouts begin as the Cardinals blend nine fresh talents with two veterans, while Coach Pat Kelsey and his staff reshape both defense and offense in pursuit of a deeper postseason run.
May 26, 2026
Top Guards Shine at 2026 NBA Draft Combine in Chicago
Former Louisville guards Mikel Brown Jr. and Ryan Conwell have stood out at the Chicago combine, posting strong physical numbers and leading in shooting drills as the event prepares for its five‑on‑five games.
May 13, 2026
Louisville Cardinals’ Offseason Surge and the Scoring Dilemma
Louisville’s basketball program has hit the offseason with a splash, landing four‑star wing Boyuan Zhang and climbing to No. 1 in the Transfer Portal. Head coach Pat Kelsey now faces the task of turning that talent into a balanced attack, with guards Adrian Wooley and Jackson Shelstad expected to score around 15 points per game each.
May 13, 2026