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April 19, 2025
<p>In this episode of the Starting Five02 Podcast, Roman Kelly is joined by Raashaan Myers (Wake Up 502) to break down Louisville basketball's 2025-26 roster status, portal strategy, and why the Cards might not be done adding talent just yet.</p><p><br></p><p>Roster analysis, positional battles, portal predictions, and why Pat Kelsey’s bag might still have some tricks left.</p><p><br></p><p>03:30 - Building the 2025-26 Roster</p><p>04:50 - Portal Moves So Far</p><p>09:45 - Why the Cards Aren’t Done Yet</p><p>11:30 - Fru vs. Khalifa Starting Spot Debate</p><p>13:45 - Kasean Pryor’s Fit If He Returns</p><p>16:00 - Switchable Lineups & Frontcourt Versatility</p><p>18:10 - Fru’s Potential and Defensive Concerns?</p><p>27:50 - Mikel Brown Jr.’s Two-Way Game</p><p>30:00 - Culture + Continuity: Year 2 Under Kelsey</p><p>31:15 - Can This Be a Top 10 Offense?</p><p>33:00 - Final Thoughts + What’s Still to Come</p><p><br></p><p>#LouisvilleBasketball #GoCards</p><p>–</p><p>Stay Connected:</p><p>https://stateoflouisville.com/ </p><p>https://www.tiktok.com/@stateoflouisville </p><p>https://www.instagram.com/thestateoflouisville/# </p><p>https://x.com/thestateoflou</p><p>–</p><p>The State of Louisville is your home for comprehensive coverage of the state of our city, its hometown teams, and its unique culture. Louisville sports culture is deeply woven into what makes this city special, where a pro city feel meets a college town vibe. Delivering the best in Louisville sports, news, and everything in between, we bring unique coverage to an uncompromising city. </p><p><br></p><p>In a city where fans are passionate and diverse, yet united as a tight-knit community, we’re committed to providing coverage that cuts to the core of what makes Louisville unique. Whether you’re a lifelong Louisvillian or just stopping by, The State of Louisville is for anyone who appreciates the city’s rich history and fervent sports culture.</p><p><br></p><p>Tune in to stay connected to the pulse of the city and all things 502!</p><p><br></p><p>The State of Louisville is the home of 3 podcasts covering University of Louisville sports and beyond:</p><p>From The Pink Seats (Louisville Football Coverage)</p><p>Starting Five02 (Louisville Basketball Coverage)</p><p>3rd & Central (Louisville Baseball Coverage)</p><p><br></p><p>“Louisville is a place with no labels. It’s not the South, it’s not Chicago, and you don’t think of it as you think of New York or LA. It has some Southern romanticism to it, but also a Northern progressivism, this weird urban island in the middle of the state of Kentucky that has always provided a fertile, often dark, bed. For us, Louisville and the surrounding areas are the center of massive creativity and massive weirdness.” –Jim James</p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>
April 6, 2025
<p>Louisville basketball just landed some major transfer portal pickups, potentially forming the best backcourt in the country.</p><p><br></p><p>We’re talking versatility, three-point shooting, high IQ, and serious upside under Coach Pat Kelsey.</p><p><br></p><p>We’re breaking it all down from Derby City Gaming in downtown Louisville, covering roster moves, portal strategy, starting five projections, and what the Cards still need to add.</p><p><br></p><p>Tune in for all the stats, insights, and takes you need!</p><p>2:00 – Derby City Gaming Downtown Overview: Food, Ambiance, and March Mania Deals</p><p>7:00 – Isaac McKneely Commits to Louisville!</p><p>8:30 – Why Louisville Might Have the Best Backcourt in the Country</p><p>12:30 – McKneely vs. Other Top Guards + System Fit</p><p>22:00 – Roster Construction: Why More Guards Work in This System</p><p>24:00 – Ryan Conwell Breakdown & Portal Rankings</p><p>26:30 – Why Lefty Guards are a Problem for Defenses</p><p>31:00 – The Need for Wings: What’s Missing on the Roster</p><p>33:30 – Do the Cards Still Need a Rim Protector?</p><p>38:30 – The Frontcourt Outlook</p><p>47:00 – Is Aly Khalifa *The Guy* in the Paint?</p><p>52:00 – Shoutouts & Tools for Tracking Portal Activity</p><p>53:00 – More Derby City Gaming Details & Deals</p><p>55:00 – Final Thoughts: Excitement for the Season Ahead!</p><p><br></p><p>#LouisvilleBasketball #GoCards </p><p>–</p><p>Stay Connected:</p><p>https://stateoflouisville.com/ </p><p>https://www.tiktok.com/@stateoflouisville </p><p>https://www.instagram.com/thestateoflouisville/# </p><p>https://x.com/thestateoflou</p><p>–</p><p>The State of Louisville is your home for comprehensive coverage of the state of our city, its hometown teams, and its unique culture. Louisville sports culture is deeply woven into what makes this city special, where a pro city feel meets a college town vibe. Delivering the best in Louisville sports, news, and everything in between, we bring unique coverage to an uncompromising city. </p><p><br></p><p>In a city where fans are passionate and diverse, yet united as a tight-knit community, we’re committed to providing coverage that cuts to the core of what makes Louisville unique. Whether you’re a lifelong Louisvillian or just stopping by, The State of Louisville is for anyone who appreciates the city’s rich history and fervent sports culture.</p><p><br></p><p>Tune in to stay connected to the pulse of the city and all things 502!</p><p><br></p><p>The State of Louisville is the home of 4 podcasts covering University of Louisville sports and beyond:</p><p>From The Pink Seats (Louisville Football Coverage)</p><p>Starting Five02 (Louisville Basketball Coverage)</p><p>3rd & Central (Louisville Baseball Coverage)</p><p><br></p><p>“Louisville is a place with no labels. It’s not the South, it’s not Chicago, and you don’t think of it as you think of New York or LA. It has some Southern romanticism to it, but also a Northern progressivism, this weird urban island in the middle of the state of Kentucky that has always provided a fertile, often dark, bed. For us, Louisville and the surrounding areas are the center of massive creativity and massive weirdness.” –Jim James</p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>
April 3, 2025
<p>Louisville just landed a MASSIVE pickup in the transfer portal—welcome to The Ville, Isaac McKneely. </p><p><br></p><p>McKneely, a 6'4" guard, is exactly what this backcourt needed. Huge things to come from The Cards this upcoming season. </p><p><br></p><p>1:00 – Louisville's Backcourt Becomes Elite</p><p>2:00 - McKneely's Ranking & Louisville’s Aggressive Portal Approach</p><p>3:00 - McKneely’s Decision Over Tennessee</p><p>4:00 - What McKneely Brings to the Team: Shooting & Versatility</p><p>6:00 - Comparing McKneely to Reyne Smith & His Offensive Upside</p><p>7:00 - McKneely’s Elite Three-Point Shooting & Contested Shot Stats</p><p><br></p><p>#LouisvilleBasketball #GoCards #PatKelsey #IsaacMcKneely</p><p>–</p><p>Stay Connected:</p><p>https://stateoflouisville.com/ </p><p>https://www.tiktok.com/@stateoflouisville </p><p>https://www.instagram.com/thestateoflouisville/# </p><p>https://x.com/thestateoflou</p><p>–</p><p>The State of Louisville is your home for comprehensive coverage of the state of our city, its hometown teams, and its unique culture. Louisville sports culture is deeply woven into what makes this city special, where a pro city feel meets a college town vibe. Delivering the best in Louisville sports, news, and everything in between, we bring unique coverage to an uncompromising city. </p><p><br></p><p>In a city where fans are passionate and diverse, yet united as a tight-knit community, we’re committed to providing coverage that cuts to the core of what makes Louisville unique. Whether you’re a lifelong Louisvillian or just stopping by, The State of Louisville is for anyone who appreciates the city’s rich history and fervent sports culture.</p><p><br></p><p>Tune in to stay connected to the pulse of the city and all things 502!</p><p><br></p><p>The State of Louisville is the home of 4 podcasts covering University of Louisville sports and beyond:</p><p>From The Pink Seats (Louisville Football Coverage)</p><p>Starting Five02 (Louisville Basketball Coverage)</p><p>3rd & Central (Louisville Baseball Coverage)</p><p><br></p><p>“Louisville is a place with no labels. It’s not the South, it’s not Chicago, and you don’t think of it as you think of New York or LA. It has some Southern romanticism to it, but also a Northern progressivism, this weird urban island in the middle of the state of Kentucky that has always provided a fertile, often dark, bed. For us, Louisville and the surrounding areas are the center of massive creativity and massive weirdness.” –Jim James</p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>
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