One factor about Tuesday evening’s ACC opener was paramount for Louisville, way more than any other.
Given their dismal performance on Saturday, considering the upcoming foe on Boxing Day, it was imperative that the Cardinals beat the Panthers.
Win the game. Whatever the exigencies of the situation.
So, you know how coaches will spin a major injury on an opponent’s squad?
“We’re really sorry three time All-American, conference Player of the Year Tyrone Shoelaces went down. We always want to play the other team’s best. We wish we could be competing against him and wish him well.