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Brown leads No. 24 Louisville against Notre Dame after 20-point performance

No. 24 Louisville faces the Notre Dame Fighting Irish after Mikel Brown Jr. scored 20 points in Louisville's 88-74 victory over the SMU Mustangs

FEBRUARY 3 • Associated Press

Gets back on track Brown recorded 20 points (7-14 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 3-5 FT), three rebounds, four assists and one steal across 29 minutes during Saturday's 88-74 victory over SMU.

Impact Brown had started the previous two games leading up to Saturday, but he was just 1-for-13 from the field in a lopsided loss to Duke earlier in the week. Some alarms were raised when he wasn't part of the listed starting five for this contest, especially given the injuries he's battled this year, but Brown still came off the bench and ended up surpassing his season average in minutes played, while also getting his shooting back on track. He'll be safe to deploy this week in matchups against Notre Dame (Jan. 4) and Wake Forest (Jan. 7).

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Mikel Brown Jr. scores 20 to help No. 20 Louisville rally past SMU 88-74

Mikel Brown Jr. scored 20 points off the bench, Isaac McKneely added 14 and No. 20 Louisville used a 10-0 second-half run to rally past SMU 88-74

JANUARY 31 • Associated Press

Not starting Saturday Brown isn't starting against SMU on Saturday, per Matt McGavic of SI.com.

Impact Brown has started the past two games for Louisville after missing eight straight contests between December and January. However, the star freshman guard will come off the bench for the first time in his career Saturday against the Mustangs. Brown averages 16.1 points, 2.9 rebounds and 5.1 assists this season.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

No. 4 Duke blows game open early in 2nd half, beats No. 20 Louisville 83-52 to stay perfect in ACC

Cameron Boozer had 19 points and 10 rebounds to help No. 4 Duke roll past No. 20 Louisville 83-52

JANUARY 27 • Associated Press

Deadspin | With Mikel Brown Jr. back in fold, No. 23 Louisville turns to No. 5 Duke Deadspin | With Mikel Brown Jr. back in fold, No. 23 Louisville turns to No. 5 Duke

JANUARY 26 • DEADSPIN.COM

Brown shines in return for No. 23 Louisville in 85-71 win over Virginia Tech

Mikel Brown Jr. returned from an eight-game absence and scored 20 points to lead No. 23 Louisville to an 85-71 victory over Virginia Tech on Saturday

JANUARY 24 • Associated Press

Not on injury report Brown (back) is not on the injury report and will be available for Saturday's game against Virginia Tech.

Impact This is a huge boost for the Cardinals, as Brown is one of the best players on the Louisville roster, and he should add another dimension to the offense. Brown hasn't played since Dec. 13, and his return would be significant for Louisville. He's averaging 16.6 points, 3.0 rebounds and 5.1 assists per game this season.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Potential ramp up in practice Louisville's head coach Pat Kelsey says that the team is hoping to ramp up Brown (back) in practice this week, Matt McGavic of Sports Illustrated reports.

Impact Louisville's team has only one game this week, giving the Cardinals and Brown plenty of time to work out his lower-back problem before their next matchup Saturday against Virginia Tech. Even though the Cards recently dominated at Pittburgh, they have struggled overall without their superstar freshman, leading them by averaging 16.6 points, 5.1 assists, 3.0 rebounds and 1.9 three-pointers made this season.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Men's College Basketball Rankings: Houston, Virginia Climb, Arizona Still on Top

FOX Sports' Casey Jacobsen shares his latest men's college hoops rankings with several big moves this week.

JANUARY 19 • FOX SPORTS

Men's College Basketball Rankings: Houston, Virginia Climb, Arizona Still on Top

Ryan Conwell scores 24 points as No. 20 Louisville routs Pittsburgh 100-59

Ryan Conwell hit five 3-pointers and scored 24 points, and all five Louisville starters scored in double figures as the 20th-ranked Cardinals routed Pittsburgh 100-59 on Saturday n...

JANUARY 18 • Associated Press

Ruled out for Saturday Brown (back) is listed as out for Saturday's game against Pitt.

Impact Brown is headed for an eighth straight absence due to a back injury. The standout freshman's prolonged absence has allowed Adrian Wooley to claim a spot in the starting lineup. A timeline for Brown's return has yet to be established. His next chance to play will come Jan. 24 against VT.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive Tuesday Brown (back) will sit out during Tuesday's game against Virginia.

Impact Brown will remain sidelined for a seventh-straight game as the Cardinals host the Cavaliers on Tuesday night. The 6-foot-5 freshman, who averaged 16.6 points, three rebounds, 5.1 assists and 0.8 steals across Louisville's first 10 games, will have his next opportunity to return against Pittsburgh this Saturday.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Progressing towards return Brown (back) is "working really hard, making progress and we fully expect him to be back out there this season at some point," according to head coach Pat Kelsey, per Books Holton...

Impact Brown has missed the past six games for Louisville. The star freshman guard's absence has been felt, as the Cardinals are 3-3 without him in the lineup. Brown had been highly productive, living up to the NBA Draft hype he garnered during the offseason, averaging 16.6 points, 3.0 rebounds and 5.1 assists before his absence. It seems unlikely he'll return for Louisville's next game, a Tuesday clash with Virginia, but he's still aiming to return this season according to his head coach.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Out once again Brown (back) is out for Saturday's game against Boston College.

Impact Brown has been one of the best players for Louisville this season with averages of 16.6 points, 3.0 rebounds and 5.1 assists per game. However, this will be his sixth absence due to a nagging back problem that has affected him since mid-December. Brown will aim to return against Virginia on Jan. 13.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Cameron Boozer scores 27, hot-shooting No. 6 Duke rallies past No. 20 Louisville 84-73

Cameron Boozer scored 27 points, including seven during a 16-6 run early in the second half, Isaiah Evans added 23 and No. 6 Duke shot 71% after the break to rally past No. 20 Loui...

JANUARY 7 • Associated Press

Deadspin | Louisville freshman Mikel Brown Jr. (back) out again vs. Duke Deadspin | Louisville freshman Mikel Brown Jr. (back) out again vs. Duke

JANUARY 5 • DEADSPIN.COM

Out vs. Duke Brown (back) is out for Tuesday's game against Duke, according to Jeff Borzello of ESPN.

Impact Since mid-December, Brown has been hampered by a lower-back injury, and his continued setbacks have pushed his availability back further. Louisville's team has gone 2-2 without him and must face a high-end Duke team while trying to bounce back from a disappointing loss at Stanford. In his place among Louisville's starting five, Adrian Wooley has alternated between good and bad scoring performances, so whether or not he continues to start is up in the air.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive Friday Brown (back) won't play Friday at Stanford.

Impact Brown will miss his fourth straight game. The star guard has been a problem for opponents, averaging 16.6 points, 3.0 rebounds and 5.1 assists, but the soonest he can return is Jan. 6 against Duke.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Likely out Friday Brown (back) is likely out Friday against Stanford, per Jeff Goodman of TheFieldof68.com.

Impact Brown has missed the last three games and looks poised to make it four straight absences. The freshman guard is averaging 16.6 points, 3.0 rebounds and 5.1 assists in a stellar start to his career. However, the Cardinals will have to make do without him for at least one more game.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Officially questionable Brown (lower-back) is questionable for Friday's game versus Stanford.

Impact Brown has missed three straight games due to a lower back injury, though he most recently was listed as a game-time call for their win over California on Tuesday. It's unknown in what capacity Brown would play if he's able to return, as his final availability could come down to pregame warmups.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive Tuesday Brown (back) will not appear in Tuesday's game against California, William McDermott of On3.com reports.

Impact Brown will miss his third-straight game with a knee injury as the Cardinals face off against the Bears. The 6-foot-5 freshman started in each of Louisville's first 10 games, averaging 16.6 points, three rebounds, 5.1 assists and 0.8 steals on 27 minutes per game. Brown's next opportunity to return will come against Stanford on Friday and given that he was a game-time call tonight, a return seems likely against the Cardinal.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed a game-time call Brown (back) is officially listed as a game-time call for Louisville's clash with California on Tuesday.

Impact Brown has missed the past two games for Louisville, and it appears his availability will come right down to tip-off. The star point guard averages 16.6 points, 3.1 rebounds and 5.0 assists - getting him back would be huge for the Cardinals. If he's forced to sit out, his next chance to play will come on Jan. 2 at Stanford.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Probable Tuesday Brown (back) has been listed as probable ahead of Tuesday's game against California.

Impact Brown, who has missed Louisville's last two games with a back injury, practiced in full Sunday and is expected to play against the Bears. The 6-foot-5 freshman has averaged 16.6 points, three rebounds, 5.1 assists and 0.8 steals across 10 starts to kick off an impressive freshman campaign.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

No. 16 Louisville visits Cal following Ames' 21-point outing

Cal hosts the No. 16 Louisville Cardinals after Dai Dai Ames scored 21 points in Cal's 74-56 win against the Columbia Lions

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • Associated Press

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