Louisville men's basketball coach Chris Mack said Friday that a reported death threat directed toward star forward Jordan Nwora is being investigated by "the proper people and the authorities here at Louisville."

Nwora spoke Tuesday evening following the Cardinals' win at home over Miami. When asked about the reaction he'd faced from fans following his disappointing performance in late December against rival Kentucky, Nwora said someone had threatened him in the aftermath of that game.

“I had somebody message me and say they wanted to kill me over a $15 bet,” Nwora said. “It’s a $15 bet. If that’s what you’re worried about, you’ve got more issues.”

Nwora didn't seem concerned about the threat. He was smiling and laughing after telling the story to reporters at the press conference.

Three days later, though, Mack, when asked about the message, said it had been reported to authorities.

"It is (being investigated) and I don’t know any more than that," Mack said. "It wasn’t one of those cursory deals where we just overlooked it. The proper people and the authorities here at Louisville are doing what they’re supposed to do and following up."

University of Louisville Police Chief Gary Lewis was alerted on Wednesday, according to athletics department spokesman, Kenny Klein.

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Mack added Friday that he was disappointed with the reactions Nwora received following his eight-point performance in the overtime loss to Kentucky.

"It’s sad to say it doesn’t surprise me anymore. People are wild on social media," Mack said. "It’s just the way of the world. It’s a little sad – it’s really sad – but it doesn’t surprise me in the least anymore. That part’s sad to say."

This story may be updated.

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