In the ACC tournament quarterfinals, Louisville triumphed over Stanford 75-73, with Chucky Hepburn scoring a last-second jumper. Stanford, which had struggled on a two-week road trip, led at key points but couldn't secure the win. Under first-year coaches, Louisville's Pat Kelsey turned around a previously struggling program, while Stanford's Kyle Smith had improved his squad, finishing strong despite the defeat. This tournament represented a chance for teams like Stanford to make a case for NCAA tournament bids, yet Louisville showcased resilience and emerged victoriously after a tough regular-season matchup.
"Chucky Hepburn's second-chance jumper at the buzzer lifted second-seeded Louisville to a thrilling 75-73 in the ACC tournament quarterfinals, sending Stanford home after two weeks on the road."
"At Louisville, Pat Kelsey took over a program that went 12-52 the previous two seasons, winning just five ACC games. Using the transfer portal, he rapidly rebuilt the team."
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