Louisville Cardinals vs South Florida Bulls predictions, Mar 19, 2026

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As the Louisville Cardinals prepare to host the South Florida Bulls on March 19, 2026, both teams enter the matchup with contrasting recent forms. The Cardinals have secured victories in 3 of their last 5 games, showcasing a resilient offense that can capitalize on home-court advantage. They will look to leverage their strong shooting and effective ball movement to dictate the pace of the game.

Conversely, the Bulls are riding an impressive winning streak, having clinched 5 consecutive victories. Their current form speaks volumes about their tactical execution, particularly in defense, which has seen them limit opponents’ scoring opportunities effectively. South Florida’s ability to adapt their game plan and maintain pressure will be crucial in challenging Louisville’s home dominance.

Bookmakers have provided odds that reflect these dynamics, favoring the Cardinals at 1.41 for a home win compared to 2.6 for the Bulls. Our predictive model gives Louisville a 63.5% chance of winning, while South Florida stands at 36.5%. The anticipated final score of 86:80 indicates a competitive match.

In conclusion, while Louisville holds the edge at home, South Florida’s recent performances cannot be overlooked, setting the stage for an intriguing clash that could yield unpredictable outcomes.

This preview is generated with the Welcome.Bet AI Insights Engine, combining form data, betting odds, and semantic SEO optimization to deliver relevant match analysis for fans and bettors alike from 2026-03-16T15:52:04+00:00.

Louisville
65.1%
South Florida
34.9%

Prediction (the most likely score): 86:80

Outrights of NCAA College Basketball Louisville: 0.57%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 1.48 2.74
betsson 1.45 2.6
MarathonBet 1.45 2.62
WilliamHill 1.4 2.75
Pinnacle 1.41 2.6

Latest Results

12.03.26 Miami FL Hurricanes basketball – Louisville Cardinals basketball – 78:73
11.03.26 Louisville Cardinals basketball – Southern Methodist Mustangs basketball – 62:58
07.03.26 Miami FL Hurricanes basketball – Louisville Cardinals basketball – 89:92
03.03.26 Louisville Cardinals basketball – Syracuse Orange basketball – 77:62
28.02.26 Clemson Tigers basketball – Louisville Cardinals basketball – 80:75
15.03.26 South Florida Bulls basketball – Wichita State Shockers basketball – 70:55
14.03.26 South Florida Bulls basketball – Charlotte 49ers basketball – 86:64
08.03.26 South Florida Bulls basketball – Charlotte 49ers basketball – 83:60
05.03.26 Memphis Tigers basketball – South Florida Bulls basketball – 89:96
01.03.26 South Florida Bulls basketball – Tulane Green Wave basketball – 90:62

Facts

  • Louisville has had mixed results lately (last 5 games: 3 wins).
  • South Florida is in great form and has won several matches in a row (last 5 games: 5 wins).
  • Louisville may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Recently, South Florida has had a series of home games.
  • Louisville is expected to have a slight advantage in this match.
  • We predict that South Florida will win today’s game, with odds of 2.68.
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Louisville won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 289:180. (average 57.8:36).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Louisville won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 144:92. (average 48:30.7).

    Latest Head To Head

    18.02.14 Louisville Cardinals basketball – South Florida Bulls basketball – 80:54
    22.01.14 South Florida Bulls basketball – Louisville Cardinals basketball – 47:86
    17.02.13 South Florida Bulls basketball – Louisville Cardinals basketball – 41:59
    12.01.13 Louisville Cardinals basketball – South Florida Bulls basketball – 64:38
    29.02.12 Louisville Cardinals basketball – South Florida Bulls basketball – N/A

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Duke Blue Devils: 4.2 (17.24%)

    2. Michigan Wolverines: 4.33 (16.72%)

    3. Arizona Wildcats: 5 (14.48%)

    4. Florida Gators: 8 (9.05%)

    5. Houston Cougars: 11 (6.58%)

    6. Connecticut Huskies: 19 (3.81%)

    7. Illinois Fighting Illini: 21 (3.45%)

    8. Iowa State: 23 (3.15%)

    9. Purdue Boilermakers: 34 (2.13%)

    10. Michigan State: 41 (1.77%)

    11. Arkansas Razorbacks: 46 (1.57%)

    12. Kansas Jayhawks: 51 (1.42%)

    13. St. Johns Red Storm: 51 (1.42%)

    14. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 56 (1.29%)

    15. Virginia Cavaliers: 61 (1.19%)

    16. Vanderbilt Commodores: 67 (1.08%)

    17. Wisconsin Badgers: 71 (1.02%)

    18. Tennessee Volunteers: 91 (0.8%)

    19. Texas Tech: 101 (0.72%)

    20. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 101 (0.72%)

    21. Alabama Crimson Tide: 101 (0.72%)

    22. North Carolina: 101 (0.72%)

    23. Eastern Kentucky: 101 (0.72%)

    24. Louisville: 126 (0.57%)

    25. Brigham Young: 126 (0.57%)

    26. UCLA: 126 (0.57%)

    27. Clemson: 201 (0.36%)

    28. Iowa Hawkeyes: 201 (0.36%)

    29. Texas A&M: 201 (0.36%)

    30. NC State: 201 (0.36%)

    31. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.29%)

    32. Ohio State Buckeyes: 251 (0.29%)

    33. St. Marys (CA): 251 (0.29%)

    34. Missouri Tigers: 251 (0.29%)

    35. Utah State: 251 (0.29%)

    36. Miami (FL): 251 (0.29%)

    37. TCU: 301 (0.24%)

    38. UCF Knights: 301 (0.24%)

    39. Georgia Bulldogs: 301 (0.24%)

    40. SMU Mustangs: 351 (0.21%)

    41. VCU Rams: 401 (0.18%)

    42. Texas Longhorns: 401 (0.18%)

    43. Santa Clara: 401 (0.18%)

    44. St. Louis Billikens: 401 (0.18%)

    45. Akron Zips: 501 (0.14%)

    46. South Florida Bulls: 601 (0.12%)

    47. High Point: 1001 (0.07%)

    48. McNeese State: 1001 (0.07%)

    49. Hawaii: 1001 (0.07%)

    50. Lehigh Mountain Hawks: 1001 (0.07%)

    51. Miami (Ohio): 1001 (0.07%)

    52. Kennesaw State: 1001 (0.07%)

    53. California Baptist: 1001 (0.07%)

    54. Penn Quakers: 1001 (0.07%)

    55. Wright State: 1001 (0.07%)

    56. Troy: 1001 (0.07%)

    57. Howard Bison: 1001 (0.07%)

    58. Hofstra Pride: 1001 (0.07%)

    59. Furman: 1001 (0.07%)

    60. Idaho Vandals: 1001 (0.07%)

    61. Northern Iowa: 1001 (0.07%)

    62. Siena Saints: 1001 (0.07%)

    63. North Dakota St: 1001 (0.07%)

    64. LIU Sharks: 1001 (0.07%)

    65. Prairie View A&M: 1001 (0.07%)

    66. UMBC Retrievers: 1001 (0.07%)

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