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Here's how the Wisconsin Badgers have prepared to play Illinois on quick turnaround

Here's how the Wisconsin Badgers have prepared to play Illinois on quick turnaround

CHICAGO -- The Wisconsin Badgers snuck away with a victory in their first game of the Big Ten Tournament, holding off Washington 85-82 on Thursday afternoon.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / March 12
Wisconsin Badgers’ starting forward may continue to miss time during B1G Tournament run

Wisconsin Badgers’ starting forward may continue to miss time during B1G Tournament run

The Wisconsin Badgers have successfully advanced to the next round of the Big Ten Conference Tournament despite being down a key player. Wisconsin faced the Washington Huskies at the United Center in Chicago after watching the first two rounds of the tournament from the sidelines.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 12
Biggest takeaways from Wisconsin Badgers' 85-82 win over Washington in the Big Ten Tournament

Biggest takeaways from Wisconsin Badgers' 85-82 win over Washington in the Big Ten Tournament

CHICAGO - The University of Wisconsin became known as the comeback kids as they stockpiled Big Ten conference wins over the last three months. Over a third of its 14 Big Ten wins was Wisconsin erasing a deficit of at least 10 points, including a pair of marquee victories at No.2 Michigan and No.8 Illinois.

Nolan Winter News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 12
More playing time for young forwards now may make the Wisconsin Badgers better when Nolan Winter is back

More playing time for young forwards now may make the Wisconsin Badgers better when Nolan Winter is back

CHICAGO -- Nolan Winter, the Badgers' starting center and leading rebounder, has been absent for Wisconsin's last two games, but you wouldn't be able to tell simply by looking at the final score.

John Blackwell News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 12
John Blackwell breaks a Wisconsin All-American's scoring record in the Badgers' Big Ten Tournament win

John Blackwell breaks a Wisconsin All-American's scoring record in the Badgers' Big Ten Tournament win

CHICAGO - News and notes from Wisconsin's 85-82 victory over Washington, improving the Badgers to 23-9 overall and putting them in the Big Ten Tournament quarterfinals for the 26th time in 28 Big Ten Tournament appearances.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Big Ten Network / March 12
John Blackwell News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 12
Blackwell, Boyd shine as Wisconsin advances with tight win over Washington

Blackwell, Boyd shine as Wisconsin advances with tight win over Washington

CHICAGO - John Blackwell was a little nervous to admit what he had been likely feeling for the last few months. However, it came to a point where he couldn't bite his tongue any longer.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 12
Wisconsin announces spring practice details with one major change

Wisconsin announces spring practice details with one major change

It may not feel like spring quite yet in Madison, but Wisconsin football is set to kick off offseason practices in late March as spring practice details were released to the media Thursday.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 12
Badgers in the NFL Tracker: Every Wisconsin Star Signing a New Contract in 2026 Free Agency

Badgers in the NFL Tracker: Every Wisconsin Star Signing a New Contract in 2026 Free Agency

NFL free agency began on Monday, and like in most leagues, there are a flurry of initial signings for the most coveted players available. Among those players were a handful of former Wisconsin Badgers.

Nolan Winter News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 12
Wisconsin updates Nolan Winter's health status before Badgers tournament game vs Washington

Wisconsin updates Nolan Winter's health status before Badgers tournament game vs Washington

CHICAGO - The University of Wisconsin is hopeful that injured center Nolan Winter will be rejoining the starting lineup soon. It just won't be Thursday.

College Basketball News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 12
Preview: Wisconsin Badgers basketball vs. Washington Huskies

Preview: Wisconsin Badgers basketball vs. Washington Huskies

After closing the season with a third victory over an AP Top-15 team, the University of Wisconsin will begin its postseason in the third round of the Big Ten Tournament against Washington at the United Center.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / March 12
Wisconsin Badgers to face team that’s coming off a wild comeback in 2026 Big Ten Tournament

Wisconsin Badgers to face team that’s coming off a wild comeback in 2026 Big Ten Tournament

A first and second-round byes in the 2026 Big Ten Tournament meant that the No. 5-seed Wisconsin Badgers had to wait until Wednesday to know which team they would face in the third round on Thursday.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 12
Wisconsin Badgers begin postseason against hungry Washington squad

Wisconsin Badgers begin postseason against hungry Washington squad

Earning the No. 5 seed in the Big Ten Tournament for a third straight season, Wisconsin will begin its chase for a first conference tournament championship in 11 years when it hosts Washington this afternoon.

College Basketball News / WI Sports Heroics / March 11
Wisconsin Badgers’ Greg Gard points to key change behind Braeden Carrington’s renewed joy

Wisconsin Badgers’ Greg Gard points to key change behind Braeden Carrington’s renewed joy

The Wisconsin Badgers are about to embark on a mission to win the Big Ten Tournament, as they face the Washington Huskies this Thursday. The Badgers have a lot of weapons they can rely on to deliver the goods on any given game, and one player who has stepped up of late and turned heads of late is senior transfer Braeden Carrington.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / March 11
Greg Gard’s son gets honor before Wisconsin Badgers’ trip to 2026 NCAA Tournament

Greg Gard’s son gets honor before Wisconsin Badgers’ trip to 2026 NCAA Tournament

The Wisconsin Badgers are raring to go to the Big Dance, but before that, they have the Big Ten Tournament to focus on, as they are scheduled to face the Washington Huskies in the second round of the tourney this Thursday.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 11
Wisconsin Badgers find out their Big Ten Tournament opponent

Wisconsin Badgers find out their Big Ten Tournament opponent

The University of Wisconsin knows its first opponent on its path to a Big Ten Tournament championship. Behind 22 points and 11 assists from guard Zoom

John Blackwell News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 11
'We know it starts with us:' How John Blackwell and Nick Boyd's bond has transformed Wisconsin Badgers

'We know it starts with us:' How John Blackwell and Nick Boyd's bond has transformed Wisconsin Badgers

John Blackwell and Nick Boyd don't have much in common on the basketball court. Blackwell wants to go through defenders. Boyd wants to go around. Blackwell always looks calm.

NBA News / Big Ten Network / March 11
Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 11
One of Wisconsin's lowest points was a turning point for the Badgers defense

One of Wisconsin's lowest points was a turning point for the Badgers defense

MADISON, Wis. - Giving up 93 points can hardly be called a staunch defensive effort. So, when Wisconsin head coach Greg Gard was complimentary of that said of the ball in Saturday's four-point win at No.15 Purdue, it forced a look beyond the box score highlights.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 11
Badgers women's hockey falls in pre-NCAA Tournament rankings

Badgers women's hockey falls in pre-NCAA Tournament rankings

Madison, WI — The 2026 NCAA National Collegiate women's ice hockey tournament begins this week. Unlike last year, Wisconsin women's hockey does not sit atop the bracket as the top seed.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / March 10

Badgers volleyball secures 6th 2026 recruit for upcoming season

The Wisconsin Badgers volleyball team has a strong 2026 recruiting class coming in. Currently committed to joining the University as freshmen next year

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / March 10
Newest Badgers’ 2027 class commitment Isaac Miller offers extreme upside

Newest Badgers’ 2027 class commitment Isaac Miller offers extreme upside

The Badgers continue to dominate the Wisconsin recruiting scene in the 2027 cycle with a commitment from a widely regarded defender. Catholic Memorial (WI) edge rusher Isaac Miller announced his commitment to the Badgers on March 5th after months of contact with the program.

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