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Wisconsin Badgers basketball prepares for 2026-27 season opener

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Last updated Oct 23, 2026

Wisconsin Badgers basketball prepares for 2026-27 season opener
Summary

The Wisconsin Badgers basketball team is set to open their 2026-27 season on November 2 against the Denver Pioneers. With John Blackwell's departure to Duke, the Badgers rely on veteran players Jack Janicki and Nolan Winter to anchor the team. Coach Greg Gard aims to return the Badgers to NCAA Tournament prominence, having last reached the Sweet 16 in 2017. The non-conference schedule includes games against Seton Hall and Purdue, with an anticipated matchup against rival Marquette at Fiserv Forum. The Badgers seek to build on their recent tournament appearances while integrating new players from the transfer portal.

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  • •Season opens November 2 against Denver Pioneers.
  • •John Blackwell transfers to Duke, impacting roster.
  • •Nolan Winter averaged 13.1 points and 8.5 rebounds last season.
  • •Upcoming non-conference games include Seton Hall and Purdue.
  • •Scheduled matchup against Marquette at Fiserv Forum.
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  • 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Wisconsin Badgers Basketball 2026-27 Season Preview
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The Wisconsin Badgers have some work to do to keep their recent run of NCAA Tournament berths going. They have made the last three tournaments primarily because of their work in the transfer portal. They had to use it big time once again, as John Blackwell transferred to Duke in the offseason. They do have …

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