Arkansas Razorbacks Defeat Louisville Cardinals 89-80
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 7:15 PM ET · Bud Walton Arena
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Quick answers
Who won Louisville Cardinals vs Arkansas Razorbacks?
Arkansas Razorbacks beat Louisville Cardinals 89-80 at Bud Walton Arena on December 3, 2025.
Who was favored in Louisville Cardinals vs Arkansas Razorbacks?
Louisville Cardinals were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -130 (about 57% implied). The underdog won.
In an exciting matchup at Bud Walton Arena, the Arkansas Razorbacks secured a victory over the Louisville Cardinals with a final score of 89-80. This game showcased the Razorbacks' strong home performance, improving their record to 7-1 at home this season. Meanwhile, the Cardinals, despite their solid away record of 1-1, faced a setback, bringing their overall record to 7-2. The Razorbacks have been averaging 86.2 points per game at home, while allowing 74.4 points, highlighting their offensive strength and defensive vulnerabilities.
Arkansas entered the game with a recent record of 7-3 over their last ten games, although they were on a one-game losing streak following a defeat to the Duke Blue Devils. Their scoring average in the last five games was 88.4 points, coupled with an average of 71.0 points allowed. In contrast, Louisville was riding a seven-game winning streak and had a record of 9-1 in their last ten games, averaging 89.0 points scored and only 66.0 points allowed, demonstrating their strong form leading into the matchup.
The Razorbacks' last five games included notable victories against teams like Jackson State and Winthrop, but they stumbled against Duke. The Cardinals, on the other hand, have been dominant, with their last five games showcasing impressive wins against NJIT and Eastern Michigan, among others. This game was a clash between Arkansas's potent offense and Louisville's formidable defense, making it a compelling fixture for fans and analysts alike.
Historically, the Razorbacks and Cardinals have had competitive encounters, but recent form suggested that Arkansas had the edge, especially playing on their home court. The Razorbacks' home crowd at Bud Walton Arena is known for creating an electric atmosphere, which often plays a crucial role in their performance.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams were expected to field their best players, which added to the anticipation surrounding the game. The betting market reflected a close contest, with DraftKings listing Louisville as 1.5-point favorites, indicating a highly competitive matchup.
The game's conditions were favorable, with no adverse weather or court issues reported, allowing both teams to focus solely on their gameplay. Fans were treated to a high-scoring affair, with Arkansas ultimately pulling ahead in the second half. Key moments included late-game free throws by Malique Ewin and Darius Acuff Jr., which helped seal the victory for the Razorbacks.
As the final buzzer sounded, Arkansas's victory not only boosted their confidence but also showcased their ability to perform under pressure at home. The Razorbacks' next steps will be crucial as they aim to build on this momentum, while Louisville will need to regroup and refocus after this defeat.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LOU -1.5 | 166.5 o -110 / u -110 | Louisville Cardinals -130 · Arkansas Razorbacks +110 |
Leaders
- PointsTrevon Brazile21Arkansas Razorbacks
- AssistsDarius Acuff Jr.10Arkansas Razorbacks
- ReboundsMalique Ewin9Arkansas Razorbacks
- PointsMikel Brown Jr.22Louisville Cardinals
- AssistsRyan Conwell4Louisville Cardinals
- ReboundsSananda Fru8Louisville Cardinals
Recent form
Arkansas Razorbacks
Last 10: 7-3Streak L186.2 scored · 74.4 allowed per game7-1 at home
- L71-80vs Duke Blue DevilsNov 28
- W115-61vs Jackson State TigersNov 22
- W84-83vs Winthrop EaglesNov 19
- W79-75vs Samford BulldogsNov 15
- W93-56vs Central Arkansas BearsNov 12
- L66-69at Michigan State SpartansNov 9
- W109-77vs Southern JaguarsNov 4
- L80-83at Ole Miss RebelsMar 13
- W72-68vs South Carolina GamecocksMar 12
- W93-92vs Mississippi State BulldogsMar 8
Louisville Cardinals
Last 10: 9-1Streak W789 scored · 66 allowed per game1-1 away
- W104-47vs NJIT HighlandersNov 27
- W87-46vs Eastern Michigan EaglesNov 25
- W74-64at Cincinnati BearcatsNov 21
- W106-81vs Ohio BobcatsNov 15
- W96-88vs Kentucky WildcatsNov 12
- W106-70vs Jackson State TigersNov 7
- W104-45vs South Carolina State BulldogsNov 4
- L62-73at Duke Blue DevilsMar 16
- W76-73vs Clemson TigersMar 15
- W75-73vs Stanford CardinalMar 13
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke | 35-3 | - | 17-1 |
| Virginia | 30-6 | 2 | 15-3 |
| Miami | 26-9 | 4 | 13-5 |
| North Carolina | 24-9 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Clemson | 24-11 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Louisville | 24-11 | 6 | 11-7 |
| NC State | 20-14 | 7 | 10-8 |
| Florida State | 18-15 | 7 | 10-8 |
| California | 22-12 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Stanford | 20-13 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Virginia Tech | 19-13 | 9 | 8-10 |
| SMU | 20-14 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Wake Forest | 18-17 | 10 | 7-11 |
| Syracuse | 15-17 | 11 | 6-12 |
| Pittsburgh | 13-20 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Notre Dame | 13-18 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Boston College | 11-20 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Georgia Tech | 11-20 | 15 | 2-16 |
| Florida | 27-8 | - | 16-2 |
| Arkansas | 28-9 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Alabama | 25-10 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Vanderbilt | 27-9 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Tennessee | 25-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Texas A&M | 22-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Georgia | 22-11 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Kentucky | 22-14 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Missouri | 20-13 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Texas | 21-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Auburn | 22-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma | 21-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Mississippi State | 13-19 | 11 | 5-13 |
| Ole Miss | 15-20 | 12 | 4-14 |
| South Carolina | 13-19 | 12 | 4-14 |
| LSU | 15-17 | 13 | 3-15 |
Box score
| Stat | Louisville Cardinals | Arkansas Razorbacks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 29-70 | 28-67 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 8-37 | 6-18 |
| Three-point % | 22 | 33 |
| Free throws | 14-18 | 27-35 |
| Free throw % | 78 | 77 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 46 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 18 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 28 |
| Assists | 13 | 14 |
| Steals | 2 | 5 |
| Blocks | 3 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 7 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 8 |
| Points in the paint | 42 | 34 |
| Fouls | 25 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 20 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 99 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half48-60Kasean Pryor made Dunk.
- 2nd Half50-60Isaac McKneely made Jumper.
- 2nd Half50-62Malique Ewin made Jumper.
- 2nd Half53-62Mikel Brown Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Adrian Wooley.
- 2nd Half56-62Adrian Wooley made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Sananda Fru.
- 2nd Half56-64Malique Ewin made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half56-66Meleek Thomas made Jumper.
- 2nd Half57-66Isaac McKneely made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-66Isaac McKneely made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-66Isaac McKneely made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-66J'Vonne Hadley made Layup.
- 2nd Half61-67Billy Richmond III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-68Billy Richmond III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-68Ryan Conwell made Layup.
- 2nd Half63-70Meleek Thomas made Jumper.
- 2nd Half63-72Meleek Thomas made Jumper. Assisted by Billy Richmond III.
- 2nd Half64-72Ryan Conwell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-72Ryan Conwell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-73Billy Richmond III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-74Billy Richmond III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-74Mikel Brown Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half67-76Darius Acuff Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half69-76Mikel Brown Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half69-78Darius Acuff Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half69-79Darius Acuff Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-79J'Vonne Hadley made Jumper.
- 2nd Half72-79Ryan Conwell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-79Ryan Conwell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-80Malique Ewin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-81Malique Ewin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-81Isaac McKneely made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ryan Conwell.
- 2nd Half76-83Trevon Brazile made Dunk. Assisted by Darius Acuff Jr..
- 2nd Half76-85Darius Acuff Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half76-86Malique Ewin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-87Malique Ewin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half78-87Sananda Fru made Dunk. Assisted by Ryan Conwell.
- 2nd Half78-88Darius Acuff Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half78-89Darius Acuff Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half79-89Mikel Brown Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half80-89Mikel Brown Jr. made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Arkansas Razorbacks, below favours Louisville Cardinals.
Venue
- Bud Walton ArenaFayetteville, AR
- Attendance19600
- OfficialsDoug Shows, Chuck Jones, Owen Shortt
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