(1) Louisville 79, (9) Siena 72
After watching an eight-point lead evaporate, No. 1 Louisville responded in the final minutes with a 15-4 run, fueled by senior swingman Terrence Williams, to help the Cardinals beat No. 9 Siena 79-72. Williams helped Louisville survive the Saints’ best shot by scoring 24 points, including seven during the decisive run with seven minutes remaining, and grabbing 15 rebounds. Junior swingman Earl Clark also registered a double-double with 12 points and 12 rebounds. Louisville’s advantage on the glass helped the Cardinals turn back a determined Saints team that forced 17 turnovers. Junior swingman Edwin Ubiles led Siena with 24 points on 10-of-15 shooting.
