Oregon Ducks Upset Wisconsin Badgers in Impressive Home Win

Nate Bittle's big game and efficient offense lead the Ducks to consecutive victories.

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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The Oregon Ducks men's basketball team secured a surprising 85-71 home win over the Wisconsin Badgers on Wednesday night. Led by a dominant performance from center Nate Bittle, who scored 20 points, the Ducks shot an impressive 52% from the field and 47% from three-point range to earn the upset victory.

Why it matters

This win marks the first time the Ducks have won consecutive games since early January, providing a much-needed boost as they enter the final stretch of the regular season. The Ducks have struggled this year, but this performance shows they can compete with top teams in the Big Ten when their offense is clicking.

The details

Bittle was the star of the game, leading the Ducks with 20 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists, 3 steals, and 1 block. He was efficient, shooting 7-of-16 from the field and 3-of-7 from three-point range. Guards Takai Simpkins and Kwame Evans Jr. also stepped up in the absence of injured star Jackson Shelstad, scoring 17 and 16 points respectively. The Ducks' offense was in sync all night, shooting 52% from the field and 47% from three-point range, while the Badgers struggled, shooting just 33% from the field.

  • The Oregon Ducks hosted the Wisconsin Badgers on February 25, 2026 at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon.

The players

Nate Bittle

The senior center for the Oregon Ducks, who led the team with 20 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists, 3 steals, and 1 block in the win over Wisconsin.

Takai Simpkins

The Oregon Ducks guard who scored 17 points, grabbed 6 rebounds, and dished out 3 assists in the win.

Kwame Evans Jr.

The Oregon Ducks forward who scored 16 points, grabbed 4 rebounds, and blocked 4 shots in the victory over Wisconsin.

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What’s next

The Ducks will look to build on this momentum as they enter the final three games of the regular season, including road contests against the Northwestern Wildcats and the No. 10 Illinois Fighting Illini, along with one home game against their arch-rival, the Washington Huskies.

The takeaway

This upset win over Wisconsin shows that the Oregon Ducks can compete with top teams in the Big Ten when their offense is clicking. With Nate Bittle leading the way and supporting players like Takai Simpkins and Kwame Evans Jr. stepping up, the Ducks have proven they can win consecutive games and may be a team to watch in the final stretch of the season.