No Chance for Johnson on the Court

A surprise decision has been made by new Louisville head coach Pat Kelsey, opting to sit out highly touted transfer point guard London Johnson for the upcoming 2025-26 season. The move comes as a shock to fans of the Cardinals program and marks a significant change in direction from previous coaching staffs. According to sources close to the team, Kelsey has been heavily involved in evaluating Johnson’s overall fit within the Louisville system. While Johnson’s impressive resume, which includes stints in the NBA G League, had many believing he would be a key contributor for the Cardinals, the new coach has determined that his skills and playing style may not align with the program’s overall vision. This decision is also seen as an opportunity for Kelsey to re-evaluate the team’s roster and build around players who better fit the new coaching philosophy. By making Johnson available, Kelsey will be able to assess the team’s current depth and potentially make some savvy moves during the transfer portal season. It remains to be seen how this decision will impact Johnson’s chances of playing at Louisville in the future. The highly touted point guard had been expected to play a significant role for the Cardinals, but it appears that may not be the case this season.