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Three Important Takeaways from Wisconsin Badgers' 73-71 loss to USC

Madison, WI -- For the first time in 22 days the Wisconsin Badgers have lost a basketball game. They failed to extend their win streak to six games Sunday afternoon, falling to the USC Trojans 73-71.

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Wisconsin Badgers’ winning streak comes to an end against USC, 73-71

The Wisconsin Badgers’ winning streak has come to an end after five straight wins against the Big Ten Conference competition after USC arrived in town.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Big Ten Network / January 25

Watch: USC at Wisconsin | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Basketball | 01/25/2026

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 25

Wisconsin Badgers spoil double-digit lead in 73-71 loss to USC at Kohl Center

Madison, WI -- The Wisconsin Badgers' winning streak has come to an end. Now 14-6 overall and 6-3 in conference play, the Badgers dropped their second game at the Kohl Center this season, allowing USC to come back from a 12-point deficit in the final 12 minutes.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 25

Wisconsin Badgers had another transfer portal QB target in mind before landing Colton Joseph

The Wisconsin Badgers are fully confident in Colton Joseph as their new starting quarterback for 2026. Luke Fickell made it clear the dual threat from Old Dominion was the one they wanted, and they believe he will lead the team to more success in 2026.

Watch: Wisconsin at Minnesota | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Women's Basketball | 01/25/2026

Brad Davison News / Big Ten Network / January 25

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Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 25

Grading each Wisconsin Badgers position group on offense after transfer portal moves

After a rough 2025 season where the Wisconsin Badgers ranked closed to last in most offensive statistics, it was clear change needed to happen. The Badgers attacked the transfer portal at all positions and even made a pair of coaching changes.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / January 25

Wisconsin Badgers offer 2027 OT ahead of scheduled campus visit

The Wisconsin Badgers have extended a scholarship out to a notable 2027 offensive tackle who will be on campus shortly. Perrysburg (OH) three-star offensive tackle Reed Gerken has received a scholarship from the Badgers’ staff after an in-home visit was conducted.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 25

Wisconsin women's hockey sends off Olympians, sweeps Bemidji

Madison, WI — After a back-and-forth first period ended in a 3-3 tie in Saturday afternoon's series opener, Wisconsin women's hockey put together a dominant five periods to close the weekend.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 25

Wisconsin Badgers extend three offers during their junior day event

MADISON, Wis. - The University of Wisconsin made sure three of its VIPs didn't leave campus with a scholarship offer. Hosting a number of prospects throughout

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 25

Wisconsin men's hockey suffers scoring slump, loses fourth straight

Madison, WI — After surrendering seven goals on Friday night, Wisconsin Badgers men's hockey needed an improved defensive effort in its series finale against the Penn State Nittany Lions on Saturday.

Watch: Penn State at Wisconsin | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Hockey | 01/24/2026

Wisconsin Badgers News / Big Ten Network / January 24

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Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 24

Wisconsin women's hockey earns double hat trick senior day win

Madison, WI — Despite twice falling behind in the first period, Wisconsin women's hockey secured a dominating 10-3 win over the Bemidji State Beavers (5-17-3, 2-16-1 WCHA) to open the two-game series inside LaBahn Arena.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / January 24

Wisconsin Badgers land 2027 Catholic Memorial safety Dustin Roach

The Wisconsin Badgers’ staff added a third commitment to the growing 2027 recruiting class after again going back to the in-state well. Catholic Memorial safety and unranked 2027 recruit Dustin Roach announced his commitment to the Badgers yesterday afternoon.

Riley Mahlman News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 24

Wisconsin Badgers OT Riley Mahlman's NFL Draft stock takes a hit with weigh-in measurements

Wisconsin Badgers offensive tackle Riley Mahlman looks to be the next in a long line of NFL offensive linemen to come out of Madison. But his measurements at his official weigh-in at the East-West Shrine Bowl aren't going to help his draft stock.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 24

Badgers' hot shooting is helping Wisconsin put up historic offensive numbers this season

The Wisconsin Badgers are playing their best basketball of the season right now, and it's leading them to put up historic numbers this team hasn't reached in 30 years.

Gavin Mckenna News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 23

#5 Wisconsin men's hockey allows 7 unanswered; falls to Gavin McKenna #8 Penn State

With Penn State being penalized for failing to leave the ice in a timely manner following warmups, and another fluky penalty due to a broken stick, Wisconsin Badgers men's hockey began Friday night with ample opportunity to build a lead.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 23

Wisconsin Badgers pass rusher already boosting his NFL Draft stock at Shrine Bowl practice

The East-West Shrine Bowl held its first practice Friday, and it didn't take long for one of the Wisconsin Badgers' rising stars to make a name for himself in front of NFL scouts.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 23

Wisconsin Badgers land another in-state recruit for 2027 class with play-making safety

The Wisconsin Badgers' 2027 recruiting class is going to have a strong in-state presence coming to Madison. Luke Fickell landed his third commitment from a current high school junior on Friday, and all three have come from Wisconsin programs.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / January 22

Badgers’ staff conduct in-home visits with strong 2027 three-star edge rushers

A Wisconsin Badgers’ staff member was on the road this week and stopped by the homes of two key 2027 class defensive recruiting targets. Outside linebackers and special teams coach Matt Mitchell hit the road this week to visit a combination of schools and recruits.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / January 10