Louisville Cardinals Defeat Syracuse Orange 77-62
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · KFC Yum! Center
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Quick answers
Who won Syracuse Orange vs Louisville Cardinals?
Louisville Cardinals beat Syracuse Orange 77-62 at KFC Yum! Center on March 3, 2026.
Who was favored in Syracuse Orange vs Louisville Cardinals?
Louisville Cardinals were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1350 (about 93% implied). The favorite won.
The Louisville Cardinals secured a decisive victory against the Syracuse Orange, winning 77-62 in a game held at the KFC Yum! Center. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as Louisville was looking to bounce back from a two-game losing streak, while Syracuse aimed to end a three-game slide. The Cardinals entered the game with a home record of 21-9, while the Orange had a more modest away record of 15-15.
In their last ten games, Louisville had a record of 6-4, averaging 82.5 points scored and allowing 77.2 points. However, their recent form showed a decline, as they lost their last two games against Clemson and North Carolina, both on the road, with scores of 75-80 and 74-77, respectively. In contrast, Syracuse's recent performance was less favorable, with a record of 3-7 in their last ten games, averaging 76.3 points scored but allowing a significant 84.8 points. Their last three games resulted in losses, including a narrow defeat to Wake Forest, where they lost 83-88.
The matchup also featured a previous meeting in the 2025 season, where Louisville triumphed over Syracuse with a commanding 85-61 victory. This history may have contributed to the Cardinals' confidence heading into this game.
In terms of the betting market, DraftKings set the spread at -14.5 in favor of Louisville, with a total of 159.5 points for the game. The odds reflected Louisville's strong position, with a moneyline of -1350.0 for the Cardinals and +800.0 for the Orange.
Injuries did not play a significant role in the outcome of this game, as both teams appeared to be at full strength. The conditions at the KFC Yum! Center were favorable for a high-scoring affair, which aligned with the projected total points.
As the game progressed, Louisville maintained control, and key scoring plays highlighted their offensive efficiency. Notable moments included Ryan Conwell's impressive three-point jumper and J'Vonne Hadley's step-back jumpshot, which helped extend their lead in the second half. Syracuse struggled to keep pace, with their scoring efforts falling short as they attempted to close the gap.
Ultimately, Louisville's strong performance at home, combined with Syracuse's difficulties on the road, culminated in a convincing win for the Cardinals, reinforcing their dominance in this fixture.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LOU -14.5 | 159.5 o -115 / u -105 | Syracuse Orange +800 · Louisville Cardinals -1350 |
Leaders
- PointsRyan Conwell23Louisville Cardinals
- AssistsRyan Conwell3Louisville Cardinals
- ReboundsRyan Conwell7Louisville Cardinals
- PointsNaithan George16Syracuse Orange
- AssistsNate Kingz2Syracuse Orange
- ReboundsDonnie Freeman11Syracuse Orange
Recent form
Louisville Cardinals
Last 10: 6-4Streak L282.5 scored · 77.2 allowed per game4-0 at home
- 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
- W88-80at Wake Forest Demon DeaconsFeb 7
- W76-65vs Notre Dame Fighting IrishFeb 5
- W88-74vs SMU MustangsJan 31
- L52-83at Duke Blue DevilsJan 27
Syracuse Orange
Last 10: 3-7Streak L376.3 scored · 84.8 allowed per game0-5 away
- L83-88at Wake Forest Demon DeaconsFeb 28
- L64-77vs North Carolina Tar HeelsFeb 21
- L64-101at Duke Blue DevilsFeb 17
- W79-78vs SMU MustangsFeb 14
- W107-100vs California Golden BearsFeb 12
- L59-72at Virginia CavaliersFeb 7
- L77-87at North Carolina Tar HeelsFeb 3
- W86-72vs Notre Dame Fighting IrishJan 31
- L68-88at NC State WolfpackJan 28
- L76-85vs Miami HurricanesJan 24
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 |
Box score
| Stat | Syracuse Orange | Louisville Cardinals |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-57 | 27-63 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 43 |
| Three-pointers | 4-19 | 14-35 |
| Three-point % | 21 | 40 |
| Free throws | 12-17 | 9-11 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 82 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 28 |
| Assists | 8 | 17 |
| Steals | 3 | 5 |
| Blocks | 7 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 7 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 0 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 26 |
| Fouls | 10 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 24 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 7 | 85 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half18-39Ryan Conwell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half20-39Kiyan Anthony makes 7-foot turnaround jump shot
- 1st Half21-39Kiyan Anthony makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half21-41J'Vonne Hadley makes layup (Vangelis Zougris assists)
- 2nd Half23-41William Kyle III makes layup
- 2nd Half23-44Isaac McKneely makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half23-47J'Vonne Hadley makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half25-47William Kyle III makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Naithan George assists)
- 2nd Half27-47Naithan George makes layup (J.J. Starling assists)
- 2nd Half29-47Donnie Freeman makes driving layup
- 2nd Half29-50Ryan Conwell makes 24-foot three point jumper (Adrian Wooley assists)
- 2nd Half32-50Nate Kingz makes 30-foot three point jumper (J.J. Starling assists)
- 2nd Half32-51Adrian Wooley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half35-51Nate Kingz makes 23-foot three point jumper (Donnie Freeman assists)
- 2nd Half35-52Khani Rooths makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half35-55J'Vonne Hadley makes 24-foot three point jumper (Isaac McKneely assists)
- 2nd Half36-55Kiyan Anthony makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-55Donnie Freeman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half38-55Donnie Freeman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half38-57Adrian Wooley makes 6-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half38-60Adrian Wooley makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kobe Rodgers assists)
- 2nd Half41-60Naithan George makes 27-foot three point jumper (Tyler Betsey assists)
- 2nd Half43-60Naithan George makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half45-60Nate Kingz makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half47-60Sadiq White Jr. makes 2-foot dunk (Nate Kingz assists)
- 2nd Half47-62Ryan Conwell makes driving layup
- 2nd Half49-62William Kyle III makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half51-62William Kyle III makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half51-64Sananda Fru makes layup (J'Vonne Hadley assists)
- 2nd Half53-64Nate Kingz makes 3-foot dunk
- 2nd Half53-66Ryan Conwell makes 9-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half53-69Isaac McKneely makes 23-foot three point jumper (Ryan Conwell assists)
- 2nd Half55-69Naithan George makes 11-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half55-72Ryan Conwell makes 24-foot three point jumper (Khani Rooths assists)
- 2nd Half57-72Nate Kingz makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-74Ryan Conwell makes 12-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half57-77J'Vonne Hadley makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half60-77Naithan George makes 26-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half61-77Donnie Freeman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-77Donnie Freeman makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Louisville Cardinals, below favours Syracuse Orange.
Venue
- KFC Yum! CenterLouisville, KY
- Attendance15306
- OfficialsLee Cassell, A.J. Desai, Matt Potter
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