Louisville vs SMU Basketball: Channel, Time, and Odds Today
The Louisville Cardinals are set to face the SMU Mustangs today in a pivotal matchup at the KFC Yum! Center. This game follows the Cardinals’ recent loss to Duke, where they experienced a significant defeat with an 83-52 score.
Game Overview
Today’s game marks a special occasion, as Louisville will celebrate the 40th anniversary of their 1986 national championship victory. The Cardinals enter the game with a record of 14-6 and are positioned fourth in the ACC, while SMU boasts a record of 15-5 and is currently third in the American Athletic Conference.
Recent Performances
- Louisville lost to Duke, 83-52, on January 30.
- SMU is riding a two-game winning streak, most recently defeating Florida State, 83-80, on January 24.
Game Details
The game is scheduled to tip off at 2 p.m. Eastern Time. Louisville is favored by 8.5 points according to DraftKings, with an over/under set at 161.5 points. Predictive models give the Cardinals a strong chance of winning, with KenPom estimating a 74% likelihood and a projected score of 86-79.
How to Watch
This matchup will be broadcasted on ESPN, with various channel numbers depending on the provider:
- AT&T U-Verse: Channel 602
- DirecTV: Channel 206
- Dish: Channel 140
- Spectrum: Channel 506
For those without cable, the game can be livestreamed on ESPN.com or through the ESPN app. Alternatively, Fubo offers a free trial for livestreaming.
Radio Broadcast
Fans can also listen to the game on the Cardinal Sports Network, featuring play-by-play from Paul Rogers and commentary by Jody Demling. The game will be available on WLCL 93.9-FM and WGTK 970-AM in Louisville as well as online at GoCards.com.
With a chance to rebound from their recent defeat, the Cardinals will look to prove themselves against the Mustangs. Today’s game is a Quad 2 opportunity for Louisville and could have significant implications for their postseason aspirations.
