Wisconsin Guard Jack Janicki Suffers Injury in Loss to Ohio State

Coach Greg Gard awaits further updates on Janicki's wrist or hand injury

Feb. 20, 2026 at 9:39pm

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Wisconsin Badgers guard Jack Janicki suffered an injury to his wrist or hand during the team's loss to Ohio State on February 17. Coach Greg Gard said he has not officially heard an update on Janicki's condition and is waiting to learn more when the team returns to Madison. Janicki played 10 minutes before checking out in the first half, finishing with 2 points, 1 rebound, and 1 assist. The Badgers were already short-handed without forward Austin Rapp, who missed the game due to illness.

Why it matters

Janicki has been a key defensive player for the Badgers this season, and his absence could significantly impact the team's performance going forward. The Badgers' depth was already tested with Rapp's illness, and an injury to Janicki further complicates their lineup and rotations.

The details

Janicki suffered the injury to his wrist or hand during the game against Ohio State. He played 10 minutes in the first half, scoring 2 points on 1-of-1 shooting, grabbing 1 rebound, and recording 1 assist before checking out at the 1:06 mark. Coach Gard described Janicki as a 'catalyst' on the defensive end for the Badgers this season.

  • The injury occurred during the Wisconsin Badgers' loss to Ohio State on February 17, 2026.

The players

Jack Janicki

A redshirt sophomore guard for the Wisconsin Badgers who has played a key defensive role for the team this season.

Greg Gard

The head coach of the Wisconsin Badgers men's basketball team.

Austin Rapp

A forward for the Wisconsin Badgers who missed the game against Ohio State due to illness.

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What they’re saying

“I know it's his wrist or his hand. We'll find out and learn more when we get back to Madison.”

— Greg Gard, Head Coach, Wisconsin Badgers (Yahoo Sports)

What’s next

Coach Gard anticipates providing an update on Janicki's injury status once the team returns to Madison.

The takeaway

The loss of Jack Janicki to injury, coupled with the absence of Austin Rapp due to illness, has further depleted the Wisconsin Badgers' roster and could significantly impact the team's performance going forward as they navigate the remainder of the season.