Louisville basketball is gearing up for a crucial encounter with its archrival, No. 5 Kentucky, this weekend. With a 5-4 record and 0-1 in the ACC, the Cardinals are hosting UTEP today at the KFC Yum! Center, aiming to end a three-game losing streak. Down to just eight healthy scholarship players, head coach Pat Kelsey is in the process of figuring out how to bring out the best in his team. UTEP, led by fourth-year coach Joe Golding, has won five of its past six games and is ranked 150th on KenPom.com's adjusted efficiency rankings. They have a 55.6% minutes continuity from a team that went 18-16 last season and this is their first matchup with a high-major opponent.

Game Details and Betting Odds

The game between U of L and UTEP is scheduled to tip off at 7 p.m. today inside the Yum! Center. On BetMGM, Louisville is a 15 ½-point home favorite (-105), with the over/under set at 144 ½ points (-110). The money line odds are U of L -1200 and UTEP +750. KenPom.com gives the Cards an 88% chance of winning and projects a 77-65 final score in their favor. BartTorvik.com is also forecasting a Louisville victory (83%), with a projected final score of 77-67.

Television and Radio Broadcasts

The game will not be aired on a traditional TV channel. It is on ACC Network Extra, available exclusively via livestream. Jody Demling (play-by-play) and Larry O’Bannon (analyst) will have the call. If your cable or live TV streaming package includes ACC Network, you can access ACC Network Extra via ESPN.com/watch or the ESPN app after logging in with your cable or live TV streaming service credentials. Paul Rogers (play-by-play) and Bob Valvano (analyst) will have the call on the Cardinal Sports Network (WLCL 93.9-FM and WGTK 970-AM in Louisville). You can also listen online via GoCards.com.

Louisville basketball is in a tight spot as they face UTEP. The team has been struggling with injuries and finding their rhythm on the court. However, with the right strategies and a bit of luck, they have a good chance of coming out on top. UTEP, on the other hand, has been on a winning streak and will be a tough opponent. The game will be a test of Louisville's resolve and ability to perform under pressure.

From a betting perspective, the odds favor Louisville, but that doesn't mean the game will be an easy win. UTEP has shown that they can compete with good teams and will be looking to upset the favorites. It will be interesting to see how Louisville responds to the challenge and whether they can play up to their potential.