What went wrong? Louisville can't rally after poor first half at Arkansas

by: David Hendren59 minutes agoHendrenDavid

Dec 3, 2025; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Arkansas Razorbacks guard Darius Acuff Jr (5) drives against Louisville Cardinals guard Ryan Conwell (3) during the first half at Bud Walton Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images

The Louisville Cardinals suffered their first loss of the season, falling to the Arkansas Razorbacks 89-80. This defeat brings the Cardinals' record to 7-1 on the season. Mikel Brown Jr. led the way for the Cardinals, totaling 22 points. Ryan Conwell pitched in 15 points, while Sananda Fru had 14 points, eight rebounds, one assist, and two blocks. What went wrong?