WISCONSIN MEN'S BASKETBALL Wisconsin men's basketball signs assistant coach's former teammate as 2nd transfer addition Michael McCleary Apr 18, 2026 Apr 18, 2026 Updated Apr 27, 2026 × Badgers coach Greg Gard breaks down what his team was trying to accomplish on its last chance of the season. Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save The University of Wisconsin men's basketball team had extensive first-hand experience with its newest transfer addition. kA 4=2DDlQE?4>D\:?=:?6\=:?<Qmk2 9C67lQ9EEADi^^32586C6IEC2]4@>^E?4>D^2DD6E^65:E@C:2=^h2h_7ba_\b3ce\c5bf\3d3b\`cac5_gah4deQm(:D4@?D:? |C] q2D<6E32== 4@>>:ED E@ q:8 %6? 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EC2?D76C %C6J pFECJk^2m 2?5 k2 9C67lQ9EEADi^^32586C6IEC2]4@>^DA@CED^32D<6E32==^>6?^H:D4@?D:?\>6?D\32D<6E32==\;FDE\H92E\2FDEC2=:2?\8F2C5\H2D\=@@<:?8\7@C^2CE:4=604_c7`4eg\f`cb\cd74\2447\fb7b25_6ea2a]9E>=Q E2C86ElQ03=2?<QmpFDEC2=:2? A@:?E 8F2C5 ~H6? u@IH6==k^2m]k^DA2?mk^DA2?mk^Am Wisconsin men's basketball standout Nolan Winter's junior season in photos Wisconsin forward Nolan Winter elevates for a basket against Iowa during their 2026 game at the Kohl Center. OWEN ZILIAK, State Journal archives Wisconsin forward Nolan Winter, left, is introduced before the team's 2026 game against Michigan State at the Kohl Center. OWEN ZILIAK, State Journal archives Wisconsin forward Nolan Winter floats up a shot against Michigan State during their 2026 game at the Kohl Center. OWEN ZILIAK, State Journal archives Wisconsin forward Nolan Winter shoots a 3-pointer against Ohio State during their 2026 game at the Kohl Center. OWEN ZILIAK, State Journal archives Wisconsin forward Nolan Winter shoots against Ohio State during their 2026 game at the Kohl Center. OWEN ZILIAK, State Journal archives Wisconsin forward Nolan Winter blocks an Ohio State shot during their 2026 game at the Kohl Center. OWEN ZILIAK, State Journal archives Wisconsin forward Nolan Winter yells after the final buzzer as the Badgers defeated Minnesota in their 2026 game at the Kohl Center. OWEN ZILIAK, State Journal archives Southern Cal forward Jacob Cofie shoots a fadeaway over Wisconsin forward Nolan Winter during their 2026 game at the Kohl Center. OWEN ZILIAK, State Journal archives Wisconsin forward Nolan Winter dunks against Rutgers during their 2026 game at the Kohl Center. AMBER ARNOLD, State Journal archives Wisconsin forward Nolan Winter puts a hand in the face of UCLA forward Tyler Bilodeau during their 2026 game at the Kohl Center. OWEN ZILIAK, State Journal archives Wisconsin forward Nolan Winter defends Purdue forward Trey Kaufman-Renn during their 2026 game at the Kohl Center. OWEN ZILIAK, State Journal archives Wisconsin forward Nolan Winter goes up for a layup against Purdue during their 2026 game at the Kohl Center. OWEN ZILIAK, State Journal archives Wisconsin forward Nolan Winter dunks against Iowa during their 2026 game at the Kohl Center. OWEN ZILIAK, State Journal archives Wisconsin forward Nolan Winter and Northern Illinois guard Taj Walters battle for a loose ball during their 2025 game at the Kohl Center. OWEN ZILIAK, State Journal archives Wisconsin forward Nolan Winter hangs on the rim after a dunk against Campbell during their 2025 game at the Kohl Center. OWEN ZILIAK, State Journal archives Wisconsin forward Nolan Winter grabs his leg in pain after falling against Maryland during their 2026 game at the Kohl Center. OWEN ZILIAK, State Journal archives Locations Wisconsin Madison Be the first to know Get local news delivered to your inbox! Sign up! * I understand and agree that registration on or use of this site constitutes agreement to its user agreement and privacy policy. Related to this story Wisconsin men's basketball coach breaks down final possession Badgers coach Greg Gard breaks down what his team was trying to accomplish on its last chance of the season. Wisconsin Mr. Basketball commits to Big Ten rival over Wisconsin men's basketball A dynamic senior season earned the wing offers from the Badgers and a Big Ten rival, but Wisconsin couldn't keep the in-state star at home. 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Wisconsin men's basketball coach breaks down final possession Badgers coach Greg Gard breaks down what his team was trying to accomplish on its last chance of the season.
Wisconsin Mr. Basketball commits to Big Ten rival over Wisconsin men's basketball A dynamic senior season earned the wing offers from the Badgers and a Big Ten rival, but Wisconsin couldn't keep the in-state star at home.
Wisconsin men's basketball targets younger brother of NBA star for 2027 class The 2027 recruit has size, skill and shooting ability on the wing, and programs are starting to take notice.Â
Wisconsin men's basketball lands mid-major guard as 1st transfer addition The Badgers added a sharpshooter who has shot 75.7% of his total field goal attempts across his three-year career from 3-point range. Here's w…
2027 wing breaking records at Brad Davison's high school a Wisconsin men's basketball target Baboucarr Ann could be the first Badgers commit whose recruitment was led by assistant coach Brad Davison, who Ann grew up watching star for h…
Polzin: Why Wisconsin must cast a wide net for its next athletic director There are obvious candidates to replace Chris McIntosh. But this is a plum position — even with a mess to clean up — and the candidate pool sh…
Wisconsin men's basketball sharpshooter's return 'a weight lifted off the shoulders' The sophomore forward struggled early in the season, and had to prove himself again. His growth provided the Badgers with another building blo…
Wisconsin men's basketball falls in final AP rankings The Badgers were upset in the first round, but were still among the top 25 teams in the country in the final Associated Press men's college ba…
Wisconsin men's basketball signs dynamic mid-major wing for 3rd transfer addition The former Miami (Ohio) guard was a big part of one of the best mid-major stories in the country. He adds much-needed dynamic scoring ability …
Wisconsin men's basketball presents sharpshooting transfer chance to make NCAA Tournament The Badgers' first transfer addition brings a high-volume perimeter shooter to an offense that is designed to create a lot of 3s. And he hopes…
Why transfer chose Wisconsin men's basketball to take 'bigger step in my basketball career' The former Miami (Ohio) wing knows the history the Badgers have with developing wings. And that's part of why he's headed to Madison next season.
Wisconsin men's basketball loses star to national powerhouse The former Badgers guard could lead the backcourt of one of the most prominent college basketball programs in the country.
Transfer chose Wisconsin men's basketball because he knows his role, 'people here' The Badgers needed a presence in the paint and a transfer forward will join them to provide that.
Mount Horeb guard commits to Wisconsin men's basketball The State Journal/WiscNews boys basketball Player of the Year is staying home for his college future.
3 takeaways from Wisconsin men's basketball's offseason acquisitions The Badgers retained some key pieces and brought in several others. Here's how their roster is taking shape.
'Sum of the parts' excites Wisconsin men's basketball general manager after offseason rebuild The Badgers have added eight players to address eight departures this offseason — so far. General manager Marc VandeWettering said they're exc…
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