Louisville basketball signee Mikel Brown Jr. embracing chance to help Pat Kelsey rebuild

Posted Jan 15, 2025
Mikel Brown Jr. has literal star power, having been awarded five by all four of the major recruiting sites — 247Sports, ESPN, On3 and Rivals. Brown received a standing ovation from the 14,000-plus Louisville fans at U of L’s game versus UNC. Afterward, Pat Kelsey referred to the crowd’s response as a “roar,” adding that the moment gave him goosebumps. (Louisville Courier-Journal)

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