Ohio State Men's Basketball Hosts No. 24 Wisconsin

Buckeyes look to bounce back after tough loss in non-conference play

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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Ohio State's men's basketball team will host No. 24 Wisconsin in a Big Ten conference rematch after the Buckeyes stepped outside of league play on Feb. 14 and fell in a close game against an opponent in Nashville, Tennessee.

Why it matters

This game is an important conference matchup as both teams look to improve their Big Ten standings and tournament positioning. Ohio State will be seeking to bounce back from their recent non-conference defeat.

The details

The Buckeyes held a lead for more than half of the game against their Nashville opponent on Feb. 14 but were unable to come away with the victory. Now they return home to face a ranked Wisconsin squad in a crucial Big Ten showdown.

  • Ohio State will host Wisconsin on February 17, 2026.
  • On February 14, 2026, Ohio State played a non-conference game in Nashville, Tennessee.

The players

Ohio State Men's Basketball Team

The Ohio State University's Division I men's basketball team, which competes in the Big Ten Conference.

Wisconsin Men's Basketball Team

The University of Wisconsin's Division I men's basketball team, which also competes in the Big Ten Conference and is currently ranked #24 in the nation.

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What’s next

The winner of this game will gain an important conference victory and improve their standing in the Big Ten standings.

The takeaway

This Big Ten conference matchup between Ohio State and Wisconsin represents an opportunity for both teams to pick up a key league win and strengthen their postseason tournament resumes.