Wisconsin Basketball Falls to Ohio State

#24 Badgers lose Big Ten matchup by double digits

Feb. 25, 2026 at 6:07am

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Wisconsin's men's basketball team fell to 10-5 in Big Ten play on Tuesday night, losing by double digits on the road against Ohio State. The Buckeyes were in control for most of the game at Value City Arena in Columbus.

Why it matters

This loss drops Wisconsin further down the Big Ten standings as the regular season winds down. The Badgers were ranked #24 nationally coming into the game, so this defeat against a conference rival is an important setback in their quest to secure a high seed in the upcoming NCAA Tournament.

The details

Wisconsin struggled to match Ohio State's intensity and execution throughout the game. The Buckeyes maintained a comfortable lead for the majority of the contest, ultimately winning by a double-digit margin.

  • The game took place on Tuesday, February 19, 2026.
  • Wisconsin's record in Big Ten play is now 10-5 following the loss.

The players

Wisconsin Basketball

The men's basketball team from the University of Wisconsin, currently ranked #24 in the nation.

Ohio State

The basketball team from Ohio State University, who hosted and defeated Wisconsin in this Big Ten matchup.

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What’s next

Wisconsin will look to rebound from this loss as they continue their Big Ten schedule, with their next game coming up on Saturday against a conference opponent.

The takeaway

This defeat is a setback for Wisconsin as they aim to secure a high seed in the NCAA Tournament, but the Badgers will need to quickly turn their focus to their remaining regular season games in order to position themselves for a strong postseason run.