By Matt Bradshaw —
Some losses energize a team to action. Some damage the psyche. Duke’s recent 23-point comeback win over Louisville men’s basketball seems closer to the latter, as the Cardinals were cold and sluggish for an almost-loss against Clemson.
In the end, No. 16 Louisville (18-8, 9-4) topped a crucial conference game against the visiting Tigers (15-10, 5-7). The Cards failed to score 20 points in the first half, trailed much for the contest and nearly gave it away before a 56-55 win.
“We have to figure out ways to close games better,” head coach Chris Mack said, echoing sentiments from his team’s past two losses.