- Matchup: Washington Huskies vs Wisconsin Badgers
- Date: Thursday, March 12, 2026
- Venue: United Center, Chicago, IL
- Broadcast: BTN
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The Washington Huskies (15-16) are heading to the United Center this Thursday to challenge the Wisconsin Badgers (22-9) in the Big Ten Tournament.
In their most recent outing, the Washington Huskies faced the Oregon Ducks, suffering a close defeat with a score of 85-79. Both teams recorded 13 fouls each. Washington hit 11 of their 24 three-point attempts, while Oregon converted 14 of 20 free throws for 70%. The Ducks dominated the rebounding battle with 24 total (5 offensive, 19 defensive), although they did not record any blocks. Oregon also delivered 22 assists and made 6 steals. Defensively, Washington allowed Oregon to shoot 52.6% from the field, with Oregon making 30 of their 57 attempts. Washington managed to secure 32 rebounds, including 10 offensive ones, while tallying 11 assists and forcing 8 turnovers. Impressively, the Huskies converted all 16 of their free throw attempts, achieving a perfect score from the line. They concluded the game with a field goal percentage of 46.6%, connecting on 27 of 58 shots and nailing 9 of their 29 three-pointers.
Hannes Steinbach was a standout performer in this game, achieving 81.8% shooting accuracy and pulling down 13 rebounds. He scored an impressive 26 points on 9 of 11 shooting in 30 minutes of play.
With a current record of 15-16, Washington averages 76.8 points per game, ranking 156th nationally. They maintain a field goal percentage of 46.0% and a three-point shooting rate of 31.2% (203 of 650). Their free throw shooting stands at 76.5%. The Huskies average 36.8 rebounds and have dished out 417 assists this season, placing them 241st in Division 1 for assists. They commit an average of 10.6 turnovers and 16.9 personal fouls per game.
Defensively, the Huskies force 9.9 turnovers each game while allowing 16.2 fouls. They rank 80th in Division 1, conceding 384 assists this year. Their opponents shoot 43.6% against them (804 of 1,842), while the Huskies limit their opponents to an average of 32.4 rebounds per game, giving up 33.3% from three-point range and ranking 157th in Division 1 for points allowed per game at 73.1.
In their latest game, the Wisconsin Badgers secured a thrilling victory against Purdue, finishing 97-93. Wisconsin permitted Purdue to secure 29 rebounds in total (12 offensive). Wisconsin shot 44.0% from behind the arc, hitting 11 out of 25 attempts, and finished at the free throw line with 14 of 19 (73.7%). Purdue managed 34 of 67 from the field, shooting 50.7% overall. The Badgers recorded a shooting performance of 29 for 52 from the field, achieving 55.8%, including 18 out of 34 from deep (52.9%) and a free throw percentage of 87.5% after being fouled 18 times. The Badgers also grabbed 17 rebounds, with 13 on defense and 4 on offense.
John Blackwell was instrumental for the Badgers, scoring 25 points with a field goal percentage of 53.8%, making 7 out of 13 shots, and grabbing 4 rebounds in 38 minutes.
Wisconsin’s current record is 22-9 for the season. The Badgers average 17.2 fouls per game and excel at the free throw line, shooting 78.2%. They register 15.9 assists per game, placing them 71st nationally, and commit 9.0 turnovers. This season, Wisconsin has accumulated 2,581 points, averaging 83.3 per game, and they collect 35.9 rebounds per game. Offensively, the Badgers shoot 45.3% from the field, positioning them 182nd in college basketball.
Defensively, Wisconsin grants 33.6% from long range (252 of 751) and allows opponents to convert 72.9% of free throw attempts. As a team, they allow 13.4 assists and 34.2 rebounds per game, ranking 187th and 175th in Division 1, respectively. They stand 230th in points per game allowed, giving up 75.6, and they force 10.2 turnovers each game while limiting their opponents to a shooting percentage of 44.5% (203rd in college basketball).
Who will prevail in tonight’s NCAA contest against the spread?
Pick: Bet on Wisconsin
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