- Matchup: Delaware Blue Hens vs Wisconsin Badgers
- Scheduled Date: Friday, November 6, 2026
- Venue: Kohl Center in Madison, WI
- Broadcast: B1G+
- Betting Odds: Delaware (+24.5)
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The Delaware Blue Hens (1-0) are headed to the Kohl Center on Friday to challenge the Wisconsin Badgers (1-0). Wisconsin is currently favored by 24.5 points, according to betting lines. The total points over/under is set at 152.5.
In their most recent outing, the Delaware Blue Hens secured a commanding victory over Notre Dame (MD) with a score of 105-44. The Blue Hens committed 9 fouls versus 11 for Notre Dame (MD) and struggled from beyond the arc, converting just 1 of 13 attempts. Notre Dame (MD) made 9 of 13 free throws, ending the game with a free throw percentage of 69.2%. They recorded 25 rebounds (9 offensive, 16 defensive) without any blocks, and also registered 6 assists along with 7 steals. Delaware’s defense was impressive, limiting their opponents to a mere 27.0% shooting from the field (17 of 63). The Blue Hens provided 28 assists while capitalizing on 20 turnovers from Notre Dame (MD), prompting 14 steals. On the boards, they amassed a total of 47 rebounds (10 offensive) and converted 8 of 14 free throw attempts for a 57.1% success rate. Delaware finished with a remarkable 59.2% shooting from the field, going 42 of 71, including 13 of 28 from three-point range.
Chuck Bailey III notably contributed to this victory, scoring 22 points on 9 of 11 shooting. He played 20 minutes and pulled down 5 rebounds, boasting an impressive shooting percentage of 81.8% and adding 4 assists.
The Delaware squad kicks off this season with a 1-0 record. They are averaging 105.0 points per game (ranked 30th nationwide) and achieving a 59.2% field goal shooting percentage. Their three-point shooting stands at an impressive 46.4% (13 of 28) and they convert 57.1% of their free throws. The Blue Hens are also averaging 48.0 rebounds and have racked up 28 assists this season, placing them 28th in the country for assists. They are turning the ball over 12.0 times per game while committing 9.0 fouls on average each match.
Defensively, the Blue Hens are forcing opponents to commit 20.0 turnovers per game while drawing 11.0 fouls. They rank 28th in allowing assists, yielding just 6 so far this season. Opponents are shooting just 27.0% from the field against them, while Delaware is allowing 28.0 rebounds per game. Additionally, they are limiting their foes to 7.7% success on three-point shots and sit 18th in the NCAA in points allowed per game, giving up only 44.0.
Meanwhile, the Wisconsin Badgers triumphed over Denver in their last game, concluding with a score of 75-68. The Badgers allowed Denver a total of 28 rebounds (6 offensive), shooting 21.1% from beyond the arc by making 4 of 19 attempts, while finishing 18 of 21 at the free throw line for an 85.7% rate. Denver converted 23 of 52 field goal attempts, resulting in a shooting percentage of 44.2%. Wisconsin, on the other hand, shot 46.3% from the field, going 31 of 67. They also struggled from distance, hitting only 6 of 26 three-point attempts (23.1%) and made 7 of their free throws at a rate of 38.9%. Denver committed 19 fouls, leading to 18 free throw attempts for the Badgers. Wisconsin recorded 22 defensive rebounds and 13 offensive rebounds for a total of 35.
Eian Elmer played a key role in the Badgers’ success, contributing 18 points in 26 minutes along with 3 assists. He achieved a shooting rate of 53.8% by connecting on 7 of 13 attempts, along with grabbing 5 rebounds.
Wisconsin currently holds a 1-0 record for this season. The Badgers average 16.0 fouls per game and shoot 38.9% from the free throw line. They dish out an average of 20.0 assists per game (ranked 84th in college) while committing 10.0 turnovers. They have scored 75 points total this season, averaging 36.0 rebounds per game. Offensively, they maintain a shooting percentage of 46.3%, placing them 176th nationally.
The defensive efforts for Wisconsin allow 21.1% shooting from three-point range (4 of 19), while opponents convert 85.7% from the free throw line. The Badgers permit 7.0 assists and 32.0 total rebounds per game, ranking 45th and 143rd, respectively, in Division 1. They rank 172nd in points allowed per game at 68.0, forcing 16.0 turnovers on average while allowing a field goal shooting percentage of 44.2% (233rd in college).
Who will emerge victorious in this NCAA showdown?
Prediction: Back Delaware (+24.5)
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