The No. 23 Wisconsin Badgers are gearing up for a significant challenge this Friday as they prepare to face the No. 9 BYU Cougars in a highly anticipated matchup featuring two ranked teams.
Wisconsin has shown strong performance early in the season, dominating their non-conference opponents with an impressive average victory margin of over 28 points. They have been scoring an average of 93.7 points per game while allowing just 65 points, showcasing their ability on both ends of the court. Leading the charge for the Badgers is the dynamic guard duo of John Blackwell and Nick Boyd, both nearing the 20-point-per-game mark. With a well-rounded starting lineup, they are poised to challenge BYU’s formidable defense.
On the other side, the Cougars have caught attention this season, particularly with the emergence of freshman A.J. Dybantsa, who is also averaging 20 points per game. His performance nearly helped BYU stage a remarkable comeback against the UNC Tar Heels last week when they were down by 20 points. The Cougars boast a deep roster, featuring last year’s leading scorer, Richie Saunders, averaging 19.5 points per game, and point guard Rob Wright III, who transferred from Baylor and is contributing 17.8 points and 4.3 assists per game.
According to analytics from KenPom, BYU ranks as a top-10 offense, and they will be looking to prove their prowess against Wisconsin in this compelling matchup.
Fans can catch the action on Friday, November 21st, at 3:00 p.m., live on Peacock from the Delta Center, where Wisconsin comes in with a spread of +3.5. This clash promises to deliver an exciting showcase of talent as both teams aim to prove their championship credentials early in the season.