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Jackson Shelstad, Oregon

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Louisville basketball player profile: Jackson Shelstad

William McDermott21 hours ago

Mar 27, 2025; San Francisco, CA, USA; Arkansas Razorbacks forward Karter Knox (11) reacts after losing to the Texas Tech Red Raiders during overtime during a West Regional semifinal of the 2025 NCAA tournament at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

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What to expect: Karter Knox's junior year

David Hendren06/03/26

Louisville Cardinals head coach Pat Kelsey instructs his players during a timeout as the Louisville Cardinals host the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in an NCAA basketball game at the KFC Yum! Center, Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026, in Louisville.

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Louisville, Pat Kelsey announce 2026 transfer and freshman classes

William McDermott06/02/26

Obinna Ekezie Jr. - Louisville (Icon Sportswire)

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What to expect: Obinna Ekezie Jr.'s freshman year

William McDermott05/31/26

Nov 27, 2025; Kissimmee, Florida, USA; Dayton Flyers guard De'Shayne Montgomery (2) controls the ball against the Georgetown Hoyas in the first half at State Farm Field House. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

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What to expect: De'Shayne Montgomery as a two-way guard

William McDermott05/29/26

Feb 23, 2026; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; Louisville Cardinals guard Ryan Conwell (3) passes the ball as North Carolina Tar Heels forward Jonathan Powell (11) defends in the first half at Dean E. Smith Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

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Louisville's ACC home and away opponents revealed

William McDermott05/28/26

Louisville coach Pat Kelsey and Kentucky coach Mark Pope work the sidelines during first half action as the Louisville Cardinals hosted the Kentucky Wildcats at the KFC Yum! Center on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025.

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Date set for Louisville and Kentucky, game back in December

William McDermott05/27/26

Mar 22, 2026; Tampa, FL, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes forward Alvaro Folgueiras (7) reacts after a play against the Florida Gators in the second half during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

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What to expect: Alvaro Folgueiras' versatility

William McDermott05/26/26

Jackson Shelstad Louisville

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What to expect: Louisville point guard Jackson Shelstad

William McDermott05/24/26

Cardinal Sports: Mailbag

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Mailbag: Louisville football expectations, basketball offseason, and latest on NIL

William McDermott05/22/26

Flory Bidunga Louisville

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What to expect: Flory Bidunga's impact

William McDermott05/21/26

Feb 17, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Louisville Cardinals head coach Pat Kelsey looks on during the first half against the SMU Mustangs at Moody Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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Louisville's first opponent revealed, bracket set for Players Era Tournament

William McDermott05/21/26

Adrian Wooley Louisville

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What to expect: Adrian Wooley's junior leap

William McDermott05/19/26

Milan MomcilovicLouisville

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Louisville involved with Milan Momcilovic as Draft decision looms

William McDermott05/15/26

Kansas Jayhawks forward Flory Bidunga (40) reacts after blocking a shot by Arizona Wildcats during the game inside Allen Fieldhouse on Feb. 9, 2026.

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VIDEO: Discussing Louisville basketball's offseason with the Courier Journal's Brooks Holton

William McDermott05/14/26

Louisville Cardinals head coach Pat Kelsey looks up at the scoreboard as the Louisville Cardinals host the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in an NCAA basketball game at the KFC Yum! Center, Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026, in Louisville.

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VIDEO: Breaking down Louisville's 2026 recruiting class

William McDermott05/12/26

Boyuan Zhang (FIBA Basketball)

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Scout & Fit: Louisville lands Boyuan Zhang

David Hendren05/12/26

Boyuan Zhang

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Chinese small forward Boyuan Zhang commits to Louisville

William McDermott05/12/26

Isaac Ellis commits to Louisville

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Louisville commit Isaac Ellis reclassifying and enrolling with Cardinals

William McDermott05/09/26

Louisville Cardinals guard Ryan Conwell (3) laughs with Louisville Cardinals guard Mikel Brown Jr. (0) in the first half at the KFC Yum! Center in downtown Louisville February 9, 2026.

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Mikel Brown Jr. & Ryan Conwell to participate in NBA Combine

William McDermott05/08/26

Louisville guard Adrian Wooley (14) is defended by Tennessee guard Amari Evans (1) during a college basketball game between Tennessee and Louisville held at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center in Knoxville, Tenn., on Dec. 16, 2025.

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Players Era Tournament: Louisville to participate in 16-team field over Thanksgiving

William McDermott05/07/26

Dec 30, 2025; Berkeley, California, USA; Louisville Cardinals Pat Kelsey reacts to a foul call against his team during the second half against the California Golden Bears at Haas Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images

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VIDEO: Analyzing Louisville basketball's 2026 offseason from every angle

William McDermott05/07/26

Mar 21, 2026; Buffalo, NY, USA; Louisville Cardinals head coach Pat Kelsey reacts in the first half against the Michigan State Spartans during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Keybank Center. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

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How Pat Kelsey and Louisville adapted and built a more physical, athletic roster

William McDermott05/05/26

Obinna Ekezie Jr. - Louisville

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Scout & Fit: Obinna Ekezie Jr. commits to Louisville

David Hendren05/03/26

Obinna Ekezie Jr. on his visit to Louisville (April '26) Insta: obinnaekeziejr

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Nation's top center Obinna Ekezie Jr. commits to Louisville, will reclassify

William McDermott05/03/26