No. 20 Wisconsin (8-2, 0-1 Big Ten) faces off against Illinois (6-2, 0-1 Big Ten) on December 10 at 8 p.m. at the State Farm Center, aiming to end an eight-game losing streak to the Illini. Wisconsin last defeated Illinois in 2019, with the most recent encounter ending in a 93-87 loss for the Badgers in the Big Ten tournament last March. The Badgers have struggled on the road, sitting on a seven-game losing streak away from home. Wisconsin's perimeter defense will be crucial as they face an Illinois team that excels at three-point shooting and has seen a significant roster overhaul this season.

By the Numbers
  • Illinois has won 8 straight games against Wisconsin.
  • Wisconsin has a 7-game road losing streak, last winning on January 23.
Yes, But

While Illinois has been dominant in recent meetings, Wisconsin has revamped its roster and is taking more three-pointers than ever before. The game's outcome could hinge on Wisconsin's perimeter defense against Illinois' prolific shooting.

State of Play
  • Illinois ranks first in the Big Ten with a scoring margin of +23.8.
  • Wisconsin has limited opponents to 29.4% shooting from three-point range this season.
What's Next

Should Wisconsin secure a win, it could reignite their season and turn the tide in the ongoing rivalry. Conversely, a loss would deepen their struggles and potentially complicate their Big Ten standings.

Bottom Line

Wisconsin needs to leverage their defense and adapt to Illinois' new roster dynamics to snap their losing streak. The outcome will be crucial for both teams' morale moving forward in the Big Ten season.