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Wisconsin Badgers’ John Blackwell sounds off on major key behind win against Michigan State

The Wisconsin Badgers have been turning heads with their stunning wins of late. Just after conquering the No. 8 Illinois Fighting Illini on the road for a 92-90 overtime win, Wisconsin basketball crushed the No.

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Wisconsin Badgers still have a path to a Big Ten regular season championship

MADISON, Wis. - The University of Wisconsin looked like a lost team just over a month ago. The Badgers had completed a nonconference schedule with more ugly losses than quality wins and started conference play with an embarrassing 30-point loss at Nebraska and an uncompetitive 16-point home loss to Purdue.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / February 15

Wisconsin Badgers Big Transfer Portal Class Was Acknowledgement of Deep 'Holes' on Roster

The Wisconsin Badgers know they weren't anywhere close to good enough in 2025. Their transfer portal class of over 30 players was an acknowledgement of that.

Nolan Winter News / WI Sports Heroics / February 15

Badgers’ Winter quietly putting together strong season following role change

After taking another step forward in the lineup this season, Wisconsin Badgers’ forward Nolan Winter has been putting together a solid season for the program.

College Basketball News / Last Word On Sports / February 15

Wisconsin Has Become a Top 10 Team Killer

The Big Ten conference is in the midst of a pretty awesome season in college basketball. The league currently has five teams ranked in the top 15 by the Associated Press.

Xavier Lucas News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / February 14

Wisconsin Badgers Believe High School Coach Helped Miami Tamper With Xavier Lucas

The Wisconsin Badgers are still suing the University of Miami over its tampering with cornerback Xavier Lucas. As the case continues to work its way though the court system, more details are coming out about what exactly happened last winter when the young player left to join the Hurricanes.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / February 14

Wisconsin Badgers Set Summer Official Visit With Top 10 Safety Who Already Committed to Florida State

Spring ball hasn't even started yet, and the Wisconsin Badgers are already setting summer official visits with top recruits in the 2027 class. Luke Fickell is using it as a chance to get in on the recruiting of a top safety prospect who is already committed to Florida State but still keeping his options open.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / February 14

Wisconsin Badgers Coach Predicts Sophomore Edge Rusher Will Break Out in 2026

The Wisconsin Badgers defense leaned on the breakout performances of freshmen linebackers Mason Posa and Cooper Catalano last season to give them a much-needed boost down the stretch.

John Blackwell News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / February 14

Nick Boyd, John Blackwell have turned Wisconsin Badgers into March Madness darkhorse

Over the past five games, Wisconsin has gone from the NCAA Tournament bubble to a team that top seeds would dread to see in their portion of the March Madness bracket.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / February 14

Wisconsin Badgers' young frontcourt putting physicality on display in Top 10 wins

Greg Gard didn't mince words when he reflected on the Wisconsin Badgers early-season struggles after Friday's 21-point win over Michigan State. "We were soft mentally and physically, and we had to mature," he said.

Badgers dominated en route to 32-point loss to Illinois Fighting Illini

The Wisconsin Badgers women’s basketball team has unfortunately fallen deeper into a losing streak following a match-up against the hosting Illinois Fighting Illini.

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / February 14

How Wisconsin blitzed No. 10 Michigan State to upset another top-10 foe

Nick Boyd had 29 points and John Blackwell added 24 to pace Wisconsin to a dominant 92-71 victory over No. 10 Michigan State in a Big Ten Conference matchup Friday night.

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Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / February 13

Wisconsin women's hockey forwards reach career milestones

With a 4-1 win over the Minnesota State Mavericks, the Wisconsin Badgers women's hockey team held firm in its place atop the WCHA conference standings on Friday night.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / February 13

New Wisconsin Badgers Quarterback Colton Joseph Reveals the Former NFL QB He Models His Game After

The Wisconsin Badgers are excited about the explosive weapon that new quarterback Colton Joseph can provide for their offense. He threw for over 2,500 yards and 20 touchdowns last season while adding over 1,000 yards on the ground with 13 rushing touchdown.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / February 13