Louisville Cardinals vs Syracuse Orange predictions, Mar 03, 2026

Mar 03, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

NCAA College Basketball, on Tuesday,

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Syracuse

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As the Louisville Cardinals prepare to host the Syracuse Orange on March 3, 2026, both teams enter the matchup with similar recent performances, each securing two wins in their last five contests. This parity sets the stage for an intriguing clash in NCAA College Basketball.

The Cardinals will look to capitalize on their home-court advantage, where they traditionally perform well. Their offense has exhibited flashes of potency, particularly in transitioning from defense to fast breaks, which will be crucial against Syracuse’s zone defense. Louisville’s ability to penetrate and kick out to perimeter shooters could exploit any gaps in Syracuse’s defensive alignment.

Conversely, the Orange will need to leverage their defensive prowess and make key adjustments to disrupt Louisville’s rhythm. Syracuse’s recent form indicates a commitment to tightening their defensive schemes, focusing on limiting opponents’ scoring opportunities. Their adaptability in games could provide them with an edge if they efficiently counter-attack.

With bookmakers favoring Louisville at odds of 1.06 against Syracuse at 6.39, expectations are set high for the home team. However, both squads have shown resilience, making this matchup difficult to predict. Fans should expect a competitive game where tactical execution will be paramount, offering no guaranteed outcomes for either side.

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Louisville
87.8%		 Syracuse
12.2%

Prediction (the most likely score): 87:72

Outrights of NCAA College Basketball Louisville: 0.64%

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Betting Odds

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betsson 1.05 8
MarathonBet 1.06 8
WilliamHill 1.06 8.5
Pinnacle 1.07 6.06

Latest Results

28.02.26 Clemson Tigers basketball – Louisville Cardinals basketball – 80:75
23.02.26 North Carolina Tar Heels basketball – Louisville Cardinals basketball – 77:74
21.02.26 Louisville Cardinals basketball – Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets basketball – 87:70
17.02.26 Southern Methodist Mustangs basketball – Louisville Cardinals basketball – 95:85
14.02.26 Baylor Bears basketball – Louisville Cardinals basketball – 71:82		 28.02.26 Wake Forest Demon Deacons basketball – Syracuse Orange basketball – 88:83
21.02.26 Syracuse Orange basketball – North Carolina Tar Heels basketball – 64:77
16.02.26 Duke Blue Devils basketball – Syracuse Orange basketball – 101:64
14.02.26 Syracuse Orange basketball – Southern Methodist Mustangs basketball – 79:78
11.02.26 Syracuse Orange basketball – California Golden Bears basketball – 107:100 OT

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Louisville won 1.
  • Both teams have been playing unpredictably.
  • Syracuse may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Recently, Louisville has had a series of away games.
  • In this match, Louisville is the undisputed favorite.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Louisville won 8 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 9 matches, and goals 1102:1063. (average 55.1:53.2).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Louisville won 5 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 614:553. (average 55.8:50.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    14.01.25 Syracuse Orange basketball – Louisville Cardinals basketball – 61:85
    02.03.24 Louisville Cardinals basketball – Syracuse Orange basketball – 76:82
    07.02.24 Syracuse Orange basketball – Louisville Cardinals basketball – 94:92
    03.01.23 Louisville Cardinals basketball – Syracuse Orange basketball – 69:70
    05.02.22 Syracuse Orange basketball – Louisville Cardinals basketball – 92:69

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 4.05 (15.52%)

    2. Duke Blue Devils: 4.36 (14.4%)

    3. Arizona Wildcats: 5.85 (10.75%)

    4. Florida Gators: 8.4 (7.48%)

    5. Houston Cougars: 10.1 (6.22%)

    6. Connecticut Huskies: 16.4 (3.83%)

    7. Illinois Fighting Illini: 16.6 (3.79%)

    8. Iowa State: 17 (3.7%)

    9. Kansas Jayhawks: 27 (2.33%)

    10. Purdue Boilermakers: 37 (1.7%)

    11. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 40 (1.57%)

    12. Michigan State: 45 (1.4%)

    13. St. Johns Sonics: 55 (1.14%)

    14. Tennessee Volunteers: 57.4 (1.1%)

    15. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 57.4 (1.1%)

    16. Arkansas Razorbacks: 57.4 (1.1%)

    17. Alabama Crimson Tide: 57.4 (1.1%)

    18. St. Johns Red Storm: 61.5 (1.02%)

    19. Virginia Cavaliers: 73.4 (0.86%)

    20. North Carolina: 76.2 (0.82%)

    21. Texas Tech: 80.2 (0.78%)

    22. Kentucky Wildcats: 85.2 (0.74%)

    23. Louisville: 98.2 (0.64%)

    24. VCU Rams: 100 (0.63%)

    25. UC Irvine: 100 (0.63%)

    26. High Point: 100 (0.63%)

    27. Liberty: 100 (0.63%)

    28. St. Marys (CA): 100 (0.63%)

    29. McNeese State: 100 (0.63%)

    30. Utah State: 100 (0.63%)

    31. Yale: 100 (0.63%)

    32. Saint Marys: 100 (0.63%)

    33. Vanderbilt Commodores: 100.2 (0.63%)

    34. Wisconsin Badgers: 105.2 (0.6%)

    35. Clemson: 105.2 (0.6%)

    36. Brigham Young: 105.2 (0.6%)

    37. Iowa Hawkeyes: 110.2 (0.57%)

    38. St. Louis Billikens: 110.2 (0.57%)

    39. NC State: 110.2 (0.57%)

    40. Texas A&M: 120.2 (0.52%)

    41. SMU Mustangs: 130.2 (0.48%)

    42. Miami (FL): 130.2 (0.48%)

    43. Texas Longhorns: 130.2 (0.48%)

    44. UCLA: 130.2 (0.48%)

    45. Georgia Bulldogs: 150.2 (0.42%)

    46. Villanova Wildcats: 180.2 (0.35%)

    47. Indiana Hoosiers: 180.2 (0.35%)

    48. UCF Knights: 180.2 (0.35%)

    49. Ohio State Buckeyes: 180.2 (0.35%)

    50. New Mexico: 180.2 (0.35%)

    51. Auburn Tigers: 180.2 (0.35%)

    52. San Diego State: 180.2 (0.35%)

    53. Missouri Tigers: 230.2 (0.27%)

    54. Santa Clara: 230.2 (0.27%)

    55. Virginia Tech: 280.2 (0.22%)

    56. TCU: 280.2 (0.22%)

    57. Miami (Ohio): 280.2 (0.22%)

    58. USC Trojans: 280.2 (0.22%)

    59. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.13%)

    60. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.06%)

    61. Baylor Bears: 1001 (0.06%)

    62. Seton Hall Pirates: 1001 (0.06%)

    63. West Virginia: 1001 (0.06%)

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