Louisville Narrowly Escapes Eastern Kentucky in Final Seconds

Noah Waterman's clutch shot secures a 78-76 win for Louisville, matching last season's total victories.

Louisville's Noah Waterman scored the game-winning basket with 1.2 seconds remaining, lifting the Cardinals to a 78-76 victory over Eastern Kentucky.
The Cardinals matched their win total from last season, improving to 8-5, despite nearly blowing a 15-point first-half lead.
Terrence Edwards Jr. led Louisville with 20 points, while Chucky Hepburn and Reyne Smith contributed 14 and 12 points, respectively.
Eastern Kentucky's Devontae Blanton and George Kimble III combined for 46 points, spearheading a late comeback that fell just short.
Louisville will face North Carolina next, while Eastern Kentucky begins Atlantic Sun conference play against Central Arkansas.