Look back at our favorite reactions of former Wisconsin shooter in the transfer portal
A fan favorite announced he is entering the transfer portal, but Connor Essegian kept a positive spirit with a reduced role. Here are our favorite reactions.
Wisconsin Badgers guard Connor Essegian (3) reacts during the second half at the Kohl Center in Madison, Wis., Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024. SAMANTHA MADAR,STATE JOURNAL
Wisconsin Badgers react to guard AJ Storr’s (2) dunk in the second half at the Kohl Center in Madison, Wis., Thursday, March 7, 2024. SAMANTHA MADAR,STATE JOURNAL
Wisconsin Badgers guard Connor Essegian (3) reacts to a dunk by Wisconsin Badgers guard AJ Storr (2) in the first half at the Kohl Center in Madison, Wis., Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024. SAMANTHA MADAR,STATE JOURNAL
Wisconsin Badgers guard Connor Essegian (3) sticks his tongue out after making a three point shot in the second half of the game against the Penn State Nittany Lions at the Kohl Center in Madison, Wis., Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2023. SAMANTHA MADAR, STATE JOURNAL
Wisconsin Badgers guard John Blackwell (25) and guard Connor Essegian (3) react on the bench in the second half at the Kohl Center in Madison, Wis., Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024. SAMANTHA MADAR,STATE JOURNAL
Wisconsin Badgers guard Connor Essegian (3) nad forward Carter Gilmore (14) react during the game against the Illinois Fighting Illini at the Kohl Center in Madison, Wis., Saturday, March 2, 2024. SAMANTHA MADAR,STATE JOURNAL
Wisconsin Badgers guard Connor Essegian (3) celebrates after making a three point shot in the first half at the Kohl Center in Madison, Wis., Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024. SAMANTHA MADAR,STATE JOURNAL
Wisconsin Badgers guard Connor Essegian (3) talks to guard Isaac Lindsey (10) during the game against the Robert Morris Colonials at the Kohl Center in Madison, Wis., Friday, Nov. 17, 2023. SAMANTHA MADAR,STATE JOURNAL
Wisconsin Badgers guard Connor Essegian (3) walks off the court after the game at the Kohl Center in Madison, Wis., Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023. SAMANTHA MADAR,STATE JOURNAL
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The Badgers had a tough 11-game stretch without their backup point guard, who made an instant impact upon his return.
The guard was buried deep in the Badgers' rotation late last season despite a promising start to his career in Madison a year prior.
Cornhuskers coach Fred Hoiberg has perimeter scoring to replace and feels in a good spot after adding a former Badgers sharpshooter.
Connor Essegian has endeared himself to Badgers fans, and they've responded. He's done that for teammates, too, despite a large reduction in playing time.
The sophomore was named to the Big Ten's All-Freshman team last season, but saw a sharp decline in playing time.
Only one player is certain to not return, and BadgerExtra asked AJ Storr his plans. The transfer portal and name, image and likeness create opportunities.
