Louisville's Brown sets ACC scoring record

Mikel Brown Jr. surpasses recent ACC freshman phenom, ties Hall of Famer Unseld

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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Mikel Brown Jr., a heralded guard for the Louisville basketball team, had a record-setting performance, surpassing the ACC's most recent freshman scoring phenom and tying a Hall of Famer's mark.

Why it matters

Brown's standout game showcases his elite talent and potential, cementing his status as one of the top players in the ACC. His ability to set scoring records at such a young age highlights the bright future ahead for the Louisville program.

The details

In the game, Brown scored a career-high 42 points, passing the ACC freshman scoring record previously held by NC State's Terquavion Flagg. Brown also tied the ACC record for most points scored in a game by a player, matching the mark set by Wes Unseld, a Hall of Famer who played for Louisville in the 1960s.

  • Brown set the ACC freshman scoring record on February 9, 2026.

The players

Mikel Brown Jr.

A heralded guard for the Louisville basketball team who had a record-setting performance.

Terquavion Flagg

The previous holder of the ACC freshman scoring record, which Brown surpassed.

Wes Unseld

A Hall of Famer who played for Louisville in the 1960s and held the ACC record for most points scored in a game, which Brown tied.

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What’s next

Brown will look to build on his record-setting performance as Louisville continues its ACC schedule.

The takeaway

Mikel Brown Jr.'s ability to set scoring records in the ACC at such a young age underscores his immense talent and the bright future ahead for the Louisville basketball program.