The Wisconsin Badgers are set to face off against the Milwaukee Panthers in their final non-conference matchup of the season and the last game of 2025 on Tuesday.
Coming off a commanding 88-61 victory against the Central Michigan Chippewas, Wisconsin showcased its depth as the bench contributed an impressive 44 points. Freshman Zach Kinziger made a notable impact by making his season debut in that game. The Badgers demonstrated effective shooting, connecting on over 50 percent of their shots and hitting 40 percent of three-point attempts. However, some defensive lapses were evident, an area they will seek to improve upon.
As they prepare to take on Milwaukee, which holds a record of 7-6 this season and struggles with a 1-5 road record, the Badgers will have the opportunity to refine their rotations, particularly with younger players, ahead of the Big Ten schedule. Milwaukee has encountered tough competition already this season, facing Indiana and Texas Tech, suffering losses by 31 and 17 points, respectively. A significant concern for the Panthers is their defense, which allows an average of 81.3 points per game, ranking them 331st nationally.
Fans can catch the action of the Wisconsin versus Milwaukee game on Tuesday, December 30th, at 6:00 p.m. on the Big Ten Network, with the Badgers going into this matchup as 21.5-point favorites. This game presents a promising opportunity for Wisconsin to build momentum as they head into a challenging conference season.