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Even though Mikel Brown Jr. is one of the top basketball players in the country, he believes he still has room to grow and improve. “I don’t really look into one side of my game,” Brown told On3. “I look at all of it and try to create a balance. I’m constantly working on all types of moves to get to the basket, finishing at the rim, shooting, guarding the ball better, and rebounding. I’m looking to improve in all aspects of the game.” But there are parts of Brown's game that he's really proud of. “I’m constantly communicating with my team and putting them in the right position to be successful,” Brown said. “Also, I can score it at a high clip and I’m an overall point guard. I can play make for my teammates and pass the ball really well. That’s the best part of my game.” Brown, who is originally from Orlando but plays with Overtime Elite, was selected to the USA Basketball Junior National U18 Team in 2024.

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No. 12 Louisville knocks off No. 9 Kentucky for the first time since 2020. Outscoring the Cats 96-88, the Cards had an impressive performance from

Louisville Cardinals guard Mikel Brown Jr. (0) celebrated after scoring and drawing a foul during the second half as the Louisville Cardinals hosted the Kentucky Wildcats at the KFC Yum! Center on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. The Cardinals defeated the Wildcats 96-88.

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Behind Louisville's dominant backcourt against Kentucky

No. 12 Louisville defeated No. 9 Kentucky on Tuesday night 96-88, for its third win of the season.  Pat Kelsey discussed winning the Battle of the

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VIDEO: Louisville's Pat Kelsey, Mikel Brown Jr, Ryan Conwell discuss victory over Kentucky

It was fireworks from the opening tip in the 58th edition of the Battle of the Bluegrass between No. 12 Louisville and No. 9 Kentucky, a game that

Louisville Cardinals guard Ryan Conwell (3) tussles with Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh (00) for control in the first half suring the UofL-UK annual rivalry game at the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky Nov. 11, 2025.

How it happened: No. 12 Louisville led by guards over No. 9 Kentucky

We are one week into the 2025-26 college basketball season, and the freshmen are already stealing the show. From five-star phenoms making instant

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Louisville hosts Kentucky a month earlier than usual, but that doesn’t change the game's importance. Both teams enter with National Championship

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No. 11 Louisville handled Jackson State in its second non-conference game of the season by a score of 106-70.   Once again, the Cards got off to a

Nov 6, 2025; Louisville, Kentucky, USA; Jackson State Tigers guard Daeshun Ruffin (24) scrambles for the ball with Louisville Cardinals forward Khani Rooths (9) during the second half at KFC Yum! Center. Louisville defeated Jackson State 106-70. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Rhodes-Imagn Images

How it happened: No. 11 Louisville handles Jackson State 106-70

University of Louisville basketball opened the 2025-26 season Monday night with a 104-45 drilling over South Carolina State.   Cardinal Sports staff

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No. 11 Louisville put on a clinic, winning 104-45 in its season opener over South Carolina State. The Cardinals took off running from the jump,

The Cards bench erupts in cheers after Louisville Cardinals guard Cole Sherman (4) hit a three point shot late in the second half as the Cards roll past South Carolina State 104-45 at the KFC Yum! Center Monday night, Nov. 3, 2025.

Three keys to No. 11 Louisville's victory over South Carolina State

Following No. 11 Louisville's 104-45 win over South Carolina State, Cardinals head coach Pat Kelsey met with the media.   Kelsey talked of the

Nov 3, 2025; Louisville, Kentucky, USA; Louisville Cardinals head coach Pat Kelsey calls out instructions during the first half against the South Carolina State Bulldogs at KFC Yum! Center. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Rhodes-Imagn Images

VIDEO: Louisville's Pat Kelsey, Khani Rooths, Mikel Brown Jr. post-South Carolina State

No. 11 Louisville opened its 2025-26 season at home Monday night, hosting South Carolina State, which ended in a 104-45 drilling over the Bulldogs.

Louisville Cardinals forward Khani Rooths (9) smiles as he draws the foul as Louisville Cardinals guard Kobe Rodgers (11) celebrates as the Cards are rolling past South Carolina State 71-17 in the second half at the KFC Yum! Center Monday night, Nov. 3, 2025.

How it happened: No. 11 Louisville drills South Carolina State 104-45

The wait is over — college basketball is back. With exhibitions in the books and opening week upon us, here is my Top 25 ranking heading into Week 1

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Louisville had two players placed on the Naismith Trophy Player of the Year Watchlist. Senior guard Ryan Conwell and freshman guard Mikel Brown, Jr.

Louisville Cardinals guard Ryan Conwell (3) after scoring a three-point shot against Bucknell during an exhibition game at the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky Tuesday October 28, 2025.

Ryan Conwell & Mikel Brown Jr. named to Naismith Trophy Player of the Year Watchlist

Louisville kicks off the season Monday, November 3, against South Carolina State. The Cards finished exhibition play with a 1-1 record and now look

Louisville Cardinals mascot is bathed in red as the team takes on Bucknell during an exhibition game at the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky Tuesday October 28, 2028.

What to watch: No. 11 Louisville opens season versus South Carolina State

Louisville's exhibition games are officially in the books. The Cards were able to see valuable minutes to unpack some of their strength and

A referee has to separate Bucknell Bison forward Amon Dörries (22) and Louisville Cardinals forward Khani Rooths (9) during an exhibition game at the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky Tuesday October 28, 2028.

What did we learn in Louisville’s exhibition games?

One of the storylines emerging from the first exhibition against Kansas was how the team would respond.   Well, Louisville responded with a 99-76

Louisville Cardinals guard Mikel Brown Jr. (0) drives by Bucknell Bison guard Jayden Williams (2) during an exhibition game at the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky Tuesday October 28, 2028.

Film: Mikel Brown Jr. has turnaround performance against Bucknell

Louisville basketball ended its preseason behind an impressive offensive performance in the 99-76 win over Bucknell on Tuesday.   Cardinals head

Louisville Cardinals head coach Pat Kelsey coaches from the sideline as the Cards play against visiting Bucknell at the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky Tuesday October 28, 2028.

VIDEO: Louisville's Pat Kelsey, Mikel Brown Jr, Isaac McKneely react to exhibition win over Bucknell

In the University of Louisville basketball's final exhibition game of the season, the Cards stomped Bucknell 99-76 in an impressive offensive

Louisville Cardinals forward Sananda Fru (13) slams down two points as the Cards roll on visiting Bucknell during an exhibition game at the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky Tuesday October 28, 2028.

How it happened: No. 11 Louisville stomps Bucknell 99-76

Louisville basketball saw the floor for the first time this season on Friday night, a 90-82 exhibition loss to No. 19 Kansas.   And while the game

Louisville Cardinals men's basketball coach Pat Kelsey talks to his team during the exhibition game against Kansas at the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky Friday, October 24, 2025.

Louisville Cardinals men's basketball coach Pat Kelsey talks to his team during the exhibition game against Kansas at the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky Friday, October 24, 2025. © Matt Stone/Courier Journal / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Four takeaways: Louisville's Mikel Brown, bigs struggle in Kansas loss

The 2025-26 Louisville men's basketball program debuted its new look on Friday night, but ultimately fell short in the 90-82 exhibition loss to No.

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Louisville basketball was in action for the first time of the 2025-26 season on Friday, taking on No. 19 Kansas in an exhibition, and the Cards shot

Louisville Cardinals guard Mikel Brown Jr. (0) goes for two of his 10 points in the Cards 90-82 loss against visiting Kansas in the exhibition game at the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky Friday, October 24, 2025.

How it happened: No. 19 Kansas handles No. 11 Louisville in exhibition opener

On top of our player profile series in the weeks leading up to then, Cardinal Sports will rank the U of L scholarship players 1-12.   Players

Oct 8, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Louisville player Ryan Conwell answers questions from the media at The Hilton Charlotte Uptown. Mandatory Credit: William Howard-Imagn Images

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University of Louisville guard Mikel Brown Jr. is slated to be one of the best true freshmen in the sport this winter as he looks to lead the

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Louisville basketball is right around the corner, and the media met with head coach Pat Kelsey and the 11th-ranked Cardinals to preview the 2025-26

Louisville men's basketball coach Pat Kelsey talks to reporters during the Cardinals' media day for the 2025-26 basketball season on Wednesday Oct. 15, 2025 in Louisville, Kentucky.

Louisville basketball notebook: Media Day, Kasean Pryor, and the bigs

University of Louisville men's basketball has been selected second in the ACC Preseason Poll, and two Cardinals, Mikel Brown Jr. and Ryan

Mar 20, 2025; Lexington, KY, USA; Louisville Cardinals head coach Pat Kelsey looks on during the first half of the game against the Creighton Bluejays in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Rupp Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

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On Tuesday, the ACC revealed its 2025-26 preseason all-conference teams and Player of the Year. A select panel of the league's media voted on the