After collecting its fourth Big Ten win of the 2024-25 slate, Wisconsin now sits at 14-3 overall and 4-2 in conference play. Here are five stats that defined UW’s clutch win over Ohio State:

The Badgers lost almost all of a 17-point halftime lead, but hit on 25 of 28 free throw attempts and posted 70-68 win over the Buckeyes.

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The Buckeyes shot a woeful 32.1% from the field in the first half, but hit over half their field goals (51.6%) in the second half, helping them get back into the game.

Wisconsin is 2-2 in Peacock-only games this season: a big win over Arizona, tough losses to Michigan and Illinois, then a decisive home win over Minnesota. Ohio State enters ranked No. 32 in KenPom. That slot is far below the trio of top teams listed, but also a substantial step above Minnesota’s ranking of No. 114.

The basketball writers rewarded the Badgers for their five-game winning streak with a spot in the top 25 for the first time in a month.

No. 24 Wisconsin staved off a late rally by Ohio State, extending its winning streak to six with a 70-68 victory Tuesday night.

The Badgers had to battle through shooting struggles after a hot start Tuesday night, but they managed enough to hold on for their sixth straight win.