Louisville, KY (SportsNetwork.com) - Russ Smith picked up a game-high 30 points to go with five assists as No. 3 Louisville downed Hofstra, 97- 69, in the Hall of Fame Tip-Off.
Chris Jones totaled 20 points and seven assists for the Cardinals (2-0), who received 19 points and five rebounds from Montrezl Harrell.
Dion Nesmith poured in 24 points for the Pride (1-2). Jarnall Robinson totaled 11 points, while Stephen Nwaukoni pulled down nine boards in defeat.
