Louisville Cardinals Defeat Chattanooga Mocs 84-70
Monday, November 2, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · KFC Yum! Center
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Who won Chattanooga Mocs vs Louisville Cardinals?
Louisville Cardinals beat Chattanooga Mocs 84-70 at KFC Yum! Center on November 2, 2026.
Who was favored in Chattanooga Mocs vs Louisville Cardinals?
Louisville Cardinals were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -100000 (about 100% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup at the KFC Yum! Center, the Louisville Cardinals secured a victory over the Chattanooga Mocs with a final score of 84-70. This game showcased the Cardinals' strong home advantage and their ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities. Louisville entered the game with a record of 1-0, while Chattanooga was looking to bounce back from an opening loss, bringing their record to 0-1.
The Cardinals have had a mixed performance in their last ten games, holding a record of 6-4. They are currently on a one-game losing streak, having lost their last game against the Miami Hurricanes 73-78. In terms of scoring, Louisville has averaged 82.5 points per game while allowing 75.7 points, indicating their ability to score but also showing some defensive vulnerabilities. At home, they have been particularly strong, maintaining an undefeated record of 4-0.
On the other side, the Mocs have struggled recently, with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games and also on a one-game losing streak. Their average points scored per game stands at 79.5, while they have allowed 79.6 points, reflecting a similar trend of high-scoring games but defensive challenges. Chattanooga's away record is 2-2, showing they can compete outside their home venue, but they faced a tough opponent in Louisville.
In their previous meetings, the Cardinals and Mocs have not faced each other recently, making this matchup particularly interesting as both teams sought to establish dominance early in the season. The injury report did not indicate any significant absences for either team, allowing them to field their strongest lineups.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, set the spread at Louisville -30.5, with a total points line of 159.5. The odds for the over were -105.0, while the under was priced at -115.0. The moneyline reflected a heavy favorite status for Louisville at -100000.0, with Chattanooga listed at 5000.0, indicating a significant expectation for a Cardinals victory.
Conditions in the KFC Yum! Center were favorable for a high-scoring game, and both teams took advantage of the atmosphere. The Cardinals displayed their offensive prowess, highlighted by key scoring plays in the second half, including a three-point jumper by Yonatan Levy and a layup by Christian Matos. As the game progressed, Louisville maintained control, with their scoring plays keeping the Mocs at bay.
Fans watching the game were treated to a display of offensive talent, particularly from Louisville, which executed well in crucial moments. The Cardinals' ability to convert free throws and capitalize on assists was evident, contributing to their overall scoring success. The final score of 84-70 not only reflects the Cardinals' strength at home but also sets the tone for their upcoming games as they look to build on this early-season victory.
What we said beforehand
The Louisville Cardinals will face off against the Chattanooga Mocs in their season opener at the KFC Yum! Center on November 3, 2026. Both teams enter this matchup with a record of 0-0, making this game particularly intriguing as it marks the beginning of their respective campaigns. The Cardinals are favored heavily by the market, with odds from DraftKings showing a spread of -30.5 in favor of Louisville, indicating a strong expectation for their performance.
Louisville's recent form shows a mixed bag, with a record of 6-4 over their last ten games. In their last five outings, they have won three and lost two, averaging 75.8 points scored while allowing 73.4 points. Their last game was a loss to the Miami Hurricanes, where they fell 73-78 on March 12, 2026. However, they did secure victories against teams like the SMU Mustangs and the Miami Hurricanes earlier in March, scoring 62-58 and 92-89 respectively. At home, the Cardinals have been strong, boasting a perfect 4-0 record in their last ten games at the KFC Yum! Center.
On the other hand, the Chattanooga Mocs have a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, with a similar recent trend of three wins and two losses in their last five. They have averaged 87.6 points scored and 82.8 points allowed during this stretch. Their most recent game was a close loss against The Citadel Bulldogs, where they lost 85-88 on March 6, 2026. The Mocs have shown some offensive firepower, notably scoring 94 points against the Mercer Bears and 93 points against The Citadel Bulldogs earlier in February. However, their away record stands at 2-2, indicating that they have been more effective at home.
In terms of previous meetings, there is no recent history between these two teams, making this matchup a fresh encounter for both sides. The Cardinals will look to establish dominance early in the season, while the Mocs will aim to prove their mettle against a formidable opponent.
Injury reports have not been provided in the block, so it remains unclear if either team will be missing key players for this contest. This could play a significant role in the outcome, particularly for the Mocs, who may need all hands on deck to compete against a heavily favored Louisville squad.
The conditions for the game are expected to be typical for an indoor basketball matchup, with no specific weather concerns to report. The atmosphere at the KFC Yum! Center is likely to be electric, as fans will be eager to see how the Cardinals perform in their season opener.
Viewers should watch for Louisville's offensive strategy, as they have shown the ability to score high, particularly at home. The Cardinals have averaged 82.5 points scored in their last ten games, indicating a strong offensive presence. For Chattanooga, their ability to keep pace with Louisville's scoring will be crucial, as they have also demonstrated the capacity to score in the high 80s. The matchup will provide an opportunity to see how both teams adapt to the beginning of the season and what adjustments they make in real-time.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LOU -30.5 | 159.5 o -105 / u -115 | Chattanooga Mocs +5000 · Louisville Cardinals -100000 |
Leaders
- PointsFlory Bidunga16Louisville Cardinals
- AssistsSeth Trimble5Louisville Cardinals
- ReboundsKarter Knox11Louisville Cardinals
- PointsZach Bleshoy14Chattanooga Mocs
- AssistsKobe McDowell-White7Chattanooga Mocs
- ReboundsZach Bleshoy7Chattanooga Mocs
Recent form
Louisville Cardinals
Last 10: 6-4Streak L182.5 scored · 75.7 allowed per game4-0 at home
- L73-78at Miami HurricanesMar 12
- W62-58vs SMU MustangsMar 11
- W92-89at Miami HurricanesMar 7
- W77-62vs Syracuse OrangeMar 4
- L75-80at Clemson TigersFeb 28
- L74-77at North Carolina Tar HeelsFeb 24
- W87-70vs Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsFeb 21
- L85-95at SMU MustangsFeb 18
- W82-71at Baylor BearsFeb 14
- W118-77vs NC State WolfpackFeb 10
Chattanooga Mocs
Last 10: 4-6Streak L179.5 scored · 79.6 allowed per game2-2 away
- L85-88vs The Citadel BulldogsMar 6
- W86-79vs VMI KeydetsFeb 28
- L80-85vs UNC Greensboro SpartansFeb 27
- W93-72at The Citadel BulldogsFeb 21
- W94-90at Mercer BearsFeb 20
- L76-81vs Western Carolina CatamountsFeb 14
- L61-73at East Tennessee State BuccaneersFeb 12
- L71-78vs The Citadel BulldogsFeb 7
- W79-75vs Mercer BearsFeb 6
- L70-75at Furman PaladinsFeb 1
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Furman | 1-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Mercer | 1-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Samford | 1-0 | - | 0-0 |
| VMI | 1-0 | - | 0-0 |
| East Tennessee State | 0-0 | - | 0-0 |
| UNC Greensboro | 0-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Wofford | 0-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Chattanooga | 0-1 | - | 0-0 |
| Tennessee Tech | 0-1 | - | 0-0 |
| The Citadel | 0-1 | - | 0-0 |
| Western Carolina | 0-1 | - | 0-0 |
| California | 1-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Clemson | 1-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Duke | 1-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Florida State | 1-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Louisville | 1-0 | - | 0-0 |
| NC State | 1-0 | - | 0-0 |
| North Carolina | 1-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Notre Dame | 1-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Pittsburgh | 1-0 | - | 0-0 |
| SMU | 1-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Syracuse | 1-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Wake Forest | 1-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Boston College | 0-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Georgia Tech | 0-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Stanford | 0-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Virginia | 0-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Virginia Tech | 0-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Miami | 0-1 | - | 0-0 |
Box score
| Stat | Chattanooga Mocs | Louisville Cardinals |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-57 | 30-68 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 12-33 | 9-35 |
| Three-point % | 36 | 26 |
| Free throws | 8-14 | 15-26 |
| Free throw % | 57 | 58 |
| Rebounds | 38 | 42 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 18 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 24 |
| Assists | 18 | 17 |
| Steals | 8 | 12 |
| Blocks | 1 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 18 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 20 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 42 |
| Fouls | 19 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 25 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 99 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half30-52Karter Knox makes 25-foot three pointer
- 1st Half30-55Obinna Ekezie Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper (Seth Trimble assists)
- 1st Half32-55Zach Bleshoy makes layup
- 1st Half32-56Alvaro Folgueiras makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half35-56Christian Matos makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half35-57Flory Bidunga makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half35-58Flory Bidunga makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half38-58Zach Bleshoy makes 26-foot three point jumper (Lenny Anigbata assists)
- 2nd Half38-60Seth Trimble makes driving layup
- 2nd Half38-61Seth Trimble makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half38-63Flory Bidunga makes 3-foot dunk (Jackson Shelstad assists)
- 2nd Half41-63Lenny Anigbata makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kobe McDowell-White assists)
- 2nd Half41-65Karter Knox makes 9-foot jumper
- 2nd Half43-65Yonatan Levy makes layup (Christian Matos assists)
- 2nd Half43-67Flory Bidunga makes 4-foot dunk (Isaac Ellis assists)
- 2nd Half45-67Zach Bleshoy makes layup
- 2nd Half48-67Zach Bleshoy makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kobe McDowell-White assists)
- 2nd Half48-68Seth Trimble makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-70Jackson Shelstad makes layup
- 2nd Half48-72Adrian Wooley makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half49-72Lenny Anigbata makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-72Lenny Anigbata makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-74Alvaro Folgueiras makes layup
- 2nd Half52-74Josh Bowman makes 1-foot dunk (Kobe McDowell-White assists)
- 2nd Half54-74Yonatan Levy makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half56-74Lenny Anigbata makes layup
- 2nd Half56-75Flory Bidunga makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-75Zach Bleshoy makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-75Zach Bleshoy makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-78Seth Trimble makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jackson Shelstad assists)
- 2nd Half60-78Christian Matos makes layup (Sean Cusano assists)
- 2nd Half60-80Adrian Wooley makes driving layup
- 2nd Half63-80Yonatan Levy makes 26-foot three point jumper (Kobe McDowell-White assists)
- 2nd Half65-80Christian Matos makes layup (Zach Bleshoy assists)
- 2nd Half65-81Alvaro Folgueiras makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-82Seth Trimble makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-83Seth Trimble makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-83Lenny Anigbata makes layup (Yonatan Levy assists)
- 2nd Half67-84Flory Bidunga makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-84Yssam Moungalla makes 23-foot three point jumper (Houston Holland assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Louisville Cardinals, below favours Chattanooga Mocs.
Venue
- KFC Yum! CenterLouisville, KY
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