- Matchup: Ohio State Buckeyes vs Wisconsin Badgers
- Event Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026
- Venue: Kohl Center in Madison, WI
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Kohl Center will witness an exciting clash as the Wisconsin Badgers (15-6) host the Ohio State Buckeyes (14-6) this Saturday.
In their previous matchup, the Ohio State Buckeyes emerged victorious against Penn State, winning 84-78. Ohio State showcased an impressive 55.6% shooting accuracy (30 of 54) and successfully made 8 out of 23 three-point attempts. From the free-throw line, the Buckeyes converted 16 of 21 (76.2%). They secured a total of 20 rebounds, with 5 coming from offensive boards, and facilitated 14 assists while forcing 16 turnovers and recording 9 steals. On defense, Ohio State allowed Penn State to hit 50.0% of their shots from the field, as they connected on 25 of 50 tries. Penn State managed 12 assists and earned 3 steals, with a total of 29 rebounds (8 offensive and 21 defensive) but no blocks. Penn State shot 85.7% from the charity stripe, making 18 of 21 attempts, and hit 10 out of 25 three-point shots. Both teams were even in personal fouls, with each finishing with 19 fouls.
John Mobley Jr. was a key player for Ohio State in this match, boasting a 50.0% field goal percentage and contributing 5 assists. He played for 38 minutes, gathered 2 rebounds, and scored 25 points hitting 7 out of 14 shots.
Ohio State heads into this game with a 14-6 record for the season. The team averages 10.9 turnovers and commits 17.8 personal fouls per game. As a collective, the Buckeyes gather 35.6 rebounds per outing and have recorded 308 assists this year, ranking them 150th in Division I basketball for ball distribution. Ohio State shoots 33.8% from beyond the arc (157 of 465) and an impressive 78.4% from the free-throw line. The Buckeyes score an average of 82.2 points per game, placing them 76th nationally, while maintaining a 49.6% shooting percentage from the field.
On the defensive end, the Buckeyes force 11.2 turnovers per game and earn 19.5 fouls on average. They hold opponents to 30.1% shooting from beyond the arc and rank 150th in Division I in points allowed per game (72.6). Ohio State’s defense grants a FG percentage of 42.4% (503 of 1,185) and surrenders 31.5 rebounds per game. They rank 110th in Division I in allowing assists with a total of 261 given up this season.
Last time out, the Wisconsin Badgers secured a 67-63 win against Minnesota. In this contest, Wisconsin recorded 23 defensive rebounds, alongside 4 offensive boards, for a total of 27 rebounds. They committed 12 turnovers while achieving 4 steals. Minnesota committed 19 fouls, granting the Badgers 22 free-throw attempts. Wisconsin capitalized by scoring 16 out of 22 attempts for a free throw percentage of 72.7%. From beyond the arc, the Badgers converted 13 out of 31 three-point attempts (41.9%). When the final buzzer sounded, Wisconsin finished the game shooting 19 out of 48 (39.6%). The Badgers allowed Minnesota to hit 23 of their 50 shots, leading to a shooting percentage of 46.0% for the opposing team. Minnesota also shot 40.7% from beyond the arc, connecting on 11 of their 27 attempts, and added 6 out of 11 free throws (54.5%). In terms of rebounding, Wisconsin allowed Minnesota to gather 28 total rebounds (5 offensive).
John Blackwell played a pivotal role for the Badgers in this matchup, hitting 4 out of 13 shots for a 30.8% shooting percentage, alongside collecting 7 rebounds. He logged 37 minutes and contributed 23 points with 1 assist.
This season, Wisconsin holds a 15-6 record. The team averages 17.8 fouls per game while successfully shooting 77.2% from the free-throw line. They garner approximately 15.9 assists per game (ranked 87th in the NCAA) and average 10.0 turnovers per contest. With a season total of 1,739 points, the Badgers average about 82.8 points per game, alongside collecting 36.9 rebounds per game. Offensively, Wisconsin shoots 45.0% from the field, positioning them 203rd in Division I.
Defensively, Wisconsin ranks 213th nationally in points allowed per game (74.7). They average forcing 10.5 turnovers and maintain a shooting defense of 43.9% (188th nationally). Opposing teams shoot 32.6% from beyond the three-point line (163 of 500) and convert 71.9% of free-throw attempts against the Badgers. Wisconsin surrenders an average of 13.2 assists and 33.7 rebounds per game, which ranks them 174th and 140th, respectively, across college basketball.
Who will prevail in tonight’s NCAA matchup against the spread?
Pick: Bet on Wisconsin
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