The last (and only) time the Cards were ranked #1 in the AP, they won three games, before losing to Michigan State in the Elite 8 in 2009
With Louisville likely to take the top spot in today’s poll, it would mark just the second time in school history that UofL would be #1. Additionally, the Cards have never been #1 during the regular season. Despite that, as you well know, UofL has been a mainstay in the AP Poll through the duration of the program. Here’s a look inside the numbers:
Times ranked in the AP Poll – 539 (6th all-time)
Times ranked #1 – 2*
Times ranked in the Top 5 – 108
Times ranked in the Top 10 – 246
Polls are fun to watch as the season rolls along, but let’s be real, while it’s cool to be ranked #1, it doesn’t mean a thing unless it’s in April.
*If the Cards are ranked #1 today as expected
Louisville Basketball's History in the AP Poll,
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I know it is only worthy in April but lets be real….being ranked #1 during the season has it's advantages as well in recruiting. You get alot of exposure and recruits do watch sportscenter lol! So for however long it lasts it's like free publicity and marketing for your recruiting pitches!
Absolutely. Plus, if UofL can maintain the top spot, it wouldn't be as news worhty and they would get used to playing with a hug target on their back.
Agreed, there is no down side to being ranked number one. And, after all these years it is well past due time for it to happen during the regular season.
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