{"id":35938,"date":"2026-01-16T00:35:17","date_gmt":"2026-01-16T04:35:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.red94.net\/news\/college-basketball-louisville-beats-notre-dame-79-66-extends-winning-streak-to-10\/"},"modified":"2026-01-16T00:36:22","modified_gmt":"2026-01-16T04:36:22","slug":"81330-college-basketball-louisville-beats-notre-dame-79-66-extends-winning-streak-to-1","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.red94.net\/news\/81330-college-basketball-louisville-beats-notre-dame-79-66-extends-winning-streak-to-1\/","title":{"rendered":"College basketball: Louisville beats Notre Dame 79-66, extends winning streak to 10"},"content":{"rendered":"

No. 9 Louisville<\/b> cruised past No. 23 Notre Dame<\/b> with a dominant 79-66 victory<\/b> last night. Reyna Scott’s career-high 20 points<\/b> powered the Cardinals<\/b> to their 10th straight win<\/b>, showcasing their relentless ACC momentum.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udd25 Quick Facts<\/h3>\n
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  • Reyna Scott<\/b>: 20 points off bench, career-high performance<\/li>\n
  • Louisville Record<\/b>: 17-3 overall, 7-0 in ACC conference<\/li>\n
  • Winning Streak<\/b>: Cardinals extended to 10 consecutive victories<\/li>\n
  • Notre Dame Streak<\/b>: First home loss since February 2025<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

    Scott’s Breakout Performance Powers Louisville Dominance<\/h2>\n

    Reyna Scott<\/b> delivered her best game of the season off the bench, scoring 20 points<\/b> to lead No. 9 Louisville<\/b> to the decisive victory. The Cardinals guard<\/b> controlled the pace with clutch plays throughout. Louisville<\/b> shot efficiently and pulled away decisively in the second half.<\/p>\n

    Four Louisville players<\/b> scored in double figures, with eight different Cardinals<\/b> contributing to the offensive effort. The balanced attack made Notre Dame<\/b> unable to focus defensive energy on any single player. This offensive variety has become Louisville’s trademark this season.<\/p>\n

    Notre Dame’s Hidalgo Shines but Falls Short of Upset<\/h2>\n

    Hannah Hidalgo<\/b> led all scorers with 24 points<\/b> for Notre Dame<\/b>, adding five rebounds<\/b> and eight assists<\/b>. Despite her stellar individual performance, the Fighting Irish<\/b> couldn’t contain Louisville’s<\/b> balanced attack. Hidalgo’s efforts<\/b> came up short as her teammates struggled to provide consistent support.<\/p>\n

    Notre Dame<\/b> (12-5, 4-3 ACC) suffered their first home loss in nearly a year inside Purcell Pavilion<\/b>. The loss snapped a remarkable home winning streak and highlighted defensive gaps. Louisville’s paint control<\/b> was particularly dominant throughout.<\/p>\n

    Game Stats and Team Breakdown<\/h2>\n

    The Cardinals controlled the tempo<\/b> with a 7-0 run early in the second quarter that set the tone. Louisville<\/b> outscored Notre Dame<\/b> 20-10 in crucial stretches, never allowing the Irish<\/b> to build momentum. Free throw shooting<\/b> also favored the visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
    Team<\/td>\nRecord<\/td>\nACC Record<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Louisville<\/b><\/td>\n17-3<\/td>\n7-0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Notre Dame<\/b><\/td>\n12-5<\/td>\n4-3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n

    The Cardinals<\/b> remain undefeated in conference play with their 7-0 ACC record<\/b>, establishing themselves as title contenders. Louisville’s<\/b> depth proved to be the deciding factor. Notre Dame’s<\/b> resilient defense couldn’t maintain consistency against the well-rounded attack.<\/p>\n

    ‘With four players in double figures and eight different Cardinals scoring, Louisville outpaced Notre Dame and earned its 10th straight victory.’<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

    \u2014 Atlantic Coast Conference<\/b>, Official Game Recap<\/p>\n

    Louisville’s Streak Highlights Elite Team Chemistry<\/h2>\n

    The 10-game winning streak<\/b> demonstrates Louisville’s<\/b> elite-level consistency and adaptability. Coach Jeff Walz<\/b> has built a team capable of winning games in multiple ways. The Cardinals<\/b> control games through balanced scoring<\/b>, defensive intensity<\/b>, and rebounding advantage<\/b>.<\/p>\n

    The win over Notre Dame<\/b> proves Louisville<\/b> can compete in tough road environments and hostile venues. Purcell Pavilion<\/b> presented a challenging atmosphere, yet the Cardinals<\/b> executed their game plan flawlessly. This victory reinforces their status as an ACC powerhouse heading into the season’s critical stretch.<\/p>\n

    What’s Next for Both Teams as They Fight for ACC Glory?<\/h2>\n

    The Cardinals<\/b> will look to extend their winning streak<\/b> in upcoming conference matchups. Louisville’s<\/b> remaining schedule features several opportunities to maintain their Perfect ACC record<\/b>. Meanwhile, Notre Dame<\/b> will attempt to recover at home in their next contest.<\/p>\n

    This victory positions Louisville<\/b> as a legitimate championship contender for the 2025-26 season<\/b>. The Cardinals’ momentum<\/b> could carry them deep into the NCAA Tournament. Will Louisville<\/b> maintain this excellence when facing tougher ACC opponents down the stretch?<\/p>\n

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    Watch: Game Highlights<\/h3>\n