The Louisville Cardinals men’s basketball team dismissed junior guard Koron Davis for violating team rules, according to the team’s statement. Davis was reportedly informed of the dismissal before the program issued its statement. While the school stated it was supporting Davis’s potential transfer, Davis denied he had requested a transfer and expressed his enjoyment of being a Cardinal.
Details of the Dismissal:
Reason for Dismissal:
The team statement cited a violation of team rules, but the specific reason was not disclosed.
Davis’s Denials:
Davis himself denied requesting a transfer and stated he enjoys being a Cardinal.
Timeline:
Davis was initially absent from the bench after the red-white scrimmage and then was seen in the stands during a game.
School’s Statement:
The school’s statement suggested Davis was dismissed to help him with a potential transfer, but Davis disagreed.
Davis’s Social Media Posts:
Davis posted on social media after the school’s announcement, expressing his disagreement with the school’s statement and emphasizing his enjoyment of the program and his academic standing.
Other Notable Points:
Davis’s Performance:
Davis saw limited playing time in the first exhibition game and was then absent from the bench for subsequent games.
Previous Dismissals:
Chane Behanan and Terrance Farley were also dismissed from the Louisville Cardinals basketball team for violations of team rules in the past, though the reasons were not detailed in all cases.
Coach’s Comment:
Coach Rick Pitino, in a statement about Terrance Farley’s dismissal, noted that Farley made a mistake.
Recent Turnaround:
Under first-year coach Pat Kelsey, Louisville has made a significant turnaround, including a recent appearance in the ACC Tournament championship game.
