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The Cowboys will meet the Badgers on Oct. 27, 2026, in a game that blends Badgers’ recent tournament success with OSU’s revamped roster and high‑ranked portal class.
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The Cowboys will meet the Badgers on Oct. 27, 2026, in a game that blends Badgers’ recent tournament success with OSU’s revamped roster and high‑ranked portal class.

Recent legal changes have set off a cascade of transfers, NBA draft entries and fifth‑year extensions across the Big Ten, reshaping rosters and expectations for the upcoming campaign.

A recent court decision in Colorado may allow elite 2022 graduates to extend their college careers, with Braeden Carrington emerging as a key beneficiary for the Wisconsin Badgers.

Coach Greg Gard spoke with reporters about the Badgers' progress, highlighting defensive improvements, emerging leaders, injury updates, and the addition of new talent ahead of the next season.
During a recent summer workout, Wisconsin’s men’s basketball squad showcased emerging talent, highlighted by sophomore forward Will Garlock’s breakout performance and Australian guard Owen Foxwell’s flashy playmaking, while key returnees Nolan Winter and Austin Rapp edge closer to full health.

The Badgers have confirmed a single open scholarship for the 2026‑27 season and are scouting internationally while navigating NCAA eligibility uncertainties.

Will Garlock shines in Wisconsin’s open practice, highlighting his rising confidence and versatile skill set.

Villanova and Wisconsin will meet on December 12, 2026 at the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia for the Philly Hoops Showdown, marking the second consecutive year the two programs have faced off on a neutral site.

The Badgers have announced a 2026 roster that blends veteran transfers, a European prospect and a strong freshman class, while the newly adopted 5‑for‑5 rule gives seniors a fifth year of eligibility, reshaping recruitment strategies and player career decisions.

The Badgers opened their summer camp with a lively session, featuring fresh transfers, a revamped backcourt and an emphasis on defensive rotations.

The University of Wisconsin Badgers have announced a major roster overhaul for the 2026 campaign, bringing in eight new players while retaining six returning athletes. Head coach Greg Gard highlights the team's increased size and health, pointing to the arrival of veteran transfer Victory Onuetu and the continued growth of Will Garlock as key factors.
Wisconsin forward Nolan Winter, recovering from an ankle injury, watches the team’s summer workouts and sees new frontcourt pieces stepping up, including Will Garlock and Victory Onuetu, as the Badgers look to rebuild their interior presence.

Owen Foxwell, an Australian guard, has joined the University of Wisconsin men's basketball team, bolstering defense and offense with ties to Kirk Penney and teammate Austin Rapp.

Wisconsin Badgers enter summer workouts with a blend of eight fresh faces and six veterans, including recovering forwards Nolan Winter and Austin Rapp, as coach Greg Gard charts a more balanced attack.

With an emphasis on defense, Wisconsin’s basketball squad will rely on a ten‑player rotation, featuring returning starters and promising freshmen.

Wisconsin Badgers senior forward Nolan Winter recently underwent ankle surgery to address a chronic issue that has plagued him since high school. The procedure, described as preventative, follows his return from a left‑ankle injury that sidelined him at the Big Ten Tournament. With Austin Rapp also anchoring the frontcourt and new backcourt additions bolstering the roster, Winter hopes to lead the Badgers back to contention.

The Badgers lose key contributors but add fresh talent, while returning frontcourt players aim to lead the offense.

Baboucarr Ann, a four‑star wing/forward from Minnesota, announced his commitment to the Wisconsin Badgers, joining a 2027 class that now ranks second nationally. His arrival, alongside early‑play opportunities for Jalen Brown and the development of players like Will Garlock, signals a pivotal shift for the program.

College basketball analyst Jon Rothstein breaks down the 2026‑27 Big Ten season, highlighting how returning scorers shape each team’s outlook, with Wisconsin’s 29.5% return rate placing it near the bottom.

A look at how returning scorers vary across the conference, with Illinois and Michigan State leading the pack while Indiana and Oregon lag far behind.

Offseason practices have begun for the Wisconsin Badgers, introducing seven fresh faces. Among them, Australian forward Isaac Riddle remains stuck in visa processing, a delay that the player says is more about his own growth than the squad's prospects.

A look at the roster changes, key statistical contributors and the defensive hurdles facing the Badgers as they prepare for the 2026‑27 season.

With rosters still in flux, the Big Ten braces for a 2026‑27 campaign marked by NBA draft entries, transfer portal moves and a handful of players still eligible for college play.

A breakdown of the best‑case, most likely, and worst‑case projections for the Badgers, highlighting new arrivals, leadership prospects, and the coach’s role.