Competitive fire and steady growth drive sophomore to Wisconsin men’s basketball’s ‘best player’

The Wisconsin men's basketball team struggled to put away Division III UW-River Falls until late in Wednesday's exhibition.

The University of Wisconsin men's basketball team showed multiple stretches of struggle in the Badgers' exhibition win over UW-River Falls.

BadgerExtra columnist Jim Polzin answers a question from a reader in his Open Jim mailbag.

Steven Crowl brings experience to the frontcourt, and a towering sophomore is expected to take a step. Here's how the forwards shape up.

The Badgers don't have as clear a vision of their starting lineup as a season ago. Here are three options they could go with.

A new weight room outfitted with technology used in professional sports, and an investment in staff aim to revitalize player development.

The Badgers will celebrate Bo Ryan and his Final Four teams against an opponent it beat during those tournaments.

Several veterans, a key sophomore and a pair of newcomers have a big void to fill after Chucky Hepburn transferred.

It's been 10 years since the journey of the second consecutive Final Four team. Here's how the Badgers and their continuity made it happen.

"A Road at Night" covers a lot of ground and could leave viewers experiencing a range of emotions. Its creators hope to land a deal with a str…

The Badgers showed off a bit more of what their rotation could look like at this stage of the preseason at their final open practice.

The Badgers played in front of fans for the first time this season on Sunday in their annual Red-White Scrimmage.

The Badgers unveiled their alternate uniforms at Sunday's Red-White Scrimmage at the Kohl Center.

Frank Kaminsky wanted to prove to himself he could return from knee injuries. He did that in Serbia and earned another shot at the NBA.

Badgers coach Greg Gard provided some clarity on his team's point guard situation, though he acknowledged the season has remained far away.

Former Wisconsin standout AJ Storr is on the preseason No. 1 team in the country.

The former Wisconsin coach got emotional while basking in his big moment. But, mostly, the legendary coach showed how grateful he was for the …

The dreaded words Peacock and live-streaming subscriptions are increasing for those who want to watch the Badgers this season.

The Badgers worked more out of full court sets at Friday's practice in the Kohl Center. Here's what stood out. 

John Blackwell's development is a key for the Badgers in 2024-25. But there are other question marks that have to be answered as well.

A sharpshooter and sophomore post hope to help the Badgers and their all-conference pick take the next step under Marisa Moseley.

The Badgers trailed by 16 in the first half but looked dominant thereafter. Here's what we learned from the season opener.

The Badgers won by a lot, sure, but they did little to address concerns entering the season. Here's what I liked and disliked.

The Badgers were caught off guard by a hot start from Holy Cross. It allowed them to show off some defensive promise.

Montana State has been to the NCAA Tournament more times in the last three years than the Badgers.

The Badgers not only survived, but thrived in their first minor test of the season. Here's what we learned from the second game of the season.

The Badgers guard erupted after a slower start to the unofficial and official campaigns, showing of signs of the offensive firepower he's capa…

The Wisconsin men's basketball team battled back from another early deficit to collect a comfortable win over Appalachian State.

Steven Crowl showed the aggressiveness the Badgers need to put them over the top of Appalachian State in a blowout win Sunday.

The Badgers slightly improved their status with a perfect first week of the regular season. Here's how AP voters weighed in. 

The Badgers already have 27 steals and top-60 adjusted defensive efficiency per KenPom. But how will that be impacted when the opponents get b…

A 6-foot-3 sharpshooter is staying in state to play for the Badgers. Here's what fans should know about his recruitment and development.

The Badgers could have crumbled in a critical moment, but they instead flashed potential that could be greater than any preseason projection.

John Tonje's impressive and persistent journey from self-taught player to coachable moments and injuries leading him to become a game-changer …

The Badgers are off to their best start in 10 years. Here are a few reasons why.

When the sophomore was asked to play point guard for the Badgers, he didn't hesitate to say yes. Now he's beginning to flourish in that new role.

How to tune in as the Badgers head on the road following a historic performance at the Kohl Center.