The No. 21 Louisville Cardinals (19-7, 8-5 ACC) return to the KFC Yum! Center today, February 21, 2026, looking to solidify their standing in the Atlantic Coast Conference against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets (11-16, 2-12 ACC). Tip-off is scheduled for 2:15 p.m. ET.
Game Preview: Cardinals Seek Bounce-Back Win
Louisville enters Saturday’s contest as a heavy favorite despite coming off a tough 95-85 road loss to the SMU Mustangs earlier this week. Star guard Mikel Brown Jr. is the player to watch for the Cardinals; he is coming off an explosive 29-point performance and looks to exploit a Georgia Tech defense that has struggled with consistency throughout the season.
The Yellow Jackets are currently reeling after a lopsided 94-68 home defeat at the hands of No. 14 Virginia on February 18. With only two conference wins this season, Georgia Tech faces a daunting task in a venue where Louisville has maintained a four-game winning streak.
How to Watch: Georgia Tech vs. Louisville
- Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026
- Time: 2:15 p.m. ET
- Location: KFC Yum! Center, Louisville, KY
- TV Channel: The CW
- Live Stream: Fubo (Free trial available), YouTube TV, and other major streaming platforms carrying The CW.
Betting Odds and Predictions
According to major sportsbooks, the Cardinals are significant favorites in this matchup:
- Spread: Louisville -22.5
- Over/Under: 149.5 points
- Moneyline: Louisville is heavily favored to win outright.
Analysts suggest that while the 22.5-point spread is substantial, Louisville’s offensive efficiency at home makes them a strong candidate to cover. Georgia Tech’s primary challenge will be slowing down the pace and limiting second-chance points for the Cardinals’ frontcourt.
Series History
While the two programs have a more extensive history on the football field—where the series is tied 2-2—the basketball rivalry has seen Louisville dominate recent home stands. In their last meeting on February 1, 2025, Georgia Tech managed a 77-70 upset, a result the Cardinals will be eager to avenge this afternoon in front of their home crowd.
With the NCAA Tournament selection committee watching closely, No. 21 Louisville cannot afford a slip-up against a bottom-tier ACC opponent if they hope to secure a high seed in March.