Wisconsin Badgers rank 11th in Big Ten returning scoring for 2026-27

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Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Wisconsin Badgers rank 11th in Big Ten returning scoring for 2026-27
Summary

As of June 27, 2026, the Wisconsin Badgers men's basketball team returns 29.5% of their scoring from the previous season, placing them 11th out of 18 in the Big Ten. Greg Gard's squad lost key players John Blackwell and Nick Boyd but still retains significant production. In comparison, Illinois and Michigan State lead the conference in returning scoring with 65.4% each. The Badgers' position reflects ongoing challenges faced by many teams in the conference, with several schools experiencing even lower retention of scorers. The team’s focus will be on integrating returning players Austin Rapp and Nolan Winter as they prepare for the upcoming season.

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  • Wisconsin ranks 11th in Big Ten returning scoring as of June 27, 2026.
  • The team retains 29.5% of its scoring from last season.
  • Illinois and Michigan State lead returning scorers with 65.4%.
  • John Blackwell and Nick Boyd are among the key players lost.
  • Austin Rapp and Nolan Winter are expected to contribute significantly.
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College basketball insider Jon Rothstein posted an incredibly interesting look at where things stand heading into the 2026-27 Big Ten season.

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