The Wisconsin Badgers are back in action on Wednesday in a late-night West Coast game against the Oregon Ducks, looking to build off their latest win over the Iowa Hawkeyes.
Wisconsin, standing at 19-8 on the season and 11-5 in Big Ten play, is currently sixth in the Big Ten standings with just four games to go. Looking to get that coveted top-four seed in the Big Ten Tournament, the last few weeks of the regular season will be crucial for Wisconsin.
On Sunday, they came with the right energy and intensity
against Iowa, winning 84-71 behind 27 points, 10 assists, and nine rebounds from star guard Nick Boyd. Wisconsin had its regular formula against the Hawkeyes, getting high-quality looks, shooting well from three, and getting to the free-throw line at a high rate.
Now, they face an Oregon team that has been through the ringer this year. Initially projected to be a tournament team, the Ducks lost point guard Jackson Shelstad back in late December. Additionally, center Nate Bittle has missed seven games, and Oregon just doesn’t have its usual firepower this year.
So far, they’re 10-17, including 3-13 in Big Ten play. But they’ve rattled off wins in two of their last three games, beating Penn State and USC, with the latter win coming on the road. Prior to that, it was a rough 10-game losing streak in conference play, which led to the spiral of their season.
The Ducks have struggled offensively this year, while allowing 74.2 points per game, and they play at one of the slower paces in college basketball.
How can you watch Wednesday’s game?
Date: Wednesday, February 25th
Time: 10:00 p.m. CT
Channel: Big Ten Network
Spread: Wisconsin -4.5
Over/Under: 151.5 points
