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Wisconsin opens season with 75-68 win over Denver behind Eian Elmer's 18 points

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Last updated Nov 3, 2026

Wisconsin opens season with 75-68 win over Denver behind Eian Elmer's 18 points
Summary

Wisconsin kicked off its season with a 75-68 victory over Denver on November 2. Eian Elmer led the Badgers with 18 points, shooting 7 of 13 from the field. After a tight first half, Wisconsin established a 44-30 lead at halftime, utilizing a late-scoring run. Denver reduced the deficit to 58-54 in the second half, but Wisconsin responded with key plays from Braeden Carrington, who finished with 15 points. The Badgers shot 46% overall and are set to host Delaware next. Denver will play UC Riverside on Saturday.

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  • •Elmer scores 18 points for Wisconsin in season opener
  • •Badgers lead wire-to-wire, up by 16 in second half
  • •Carrington adds 15 points, key for maintaining lead
  • •Wisconsin shoots 46% from the floor, struggles at the line
  • •Next game for Wisconsin is against Delaware; Denver plays UC Riverside
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  • 3:06 AMYahoo Sports — Eian Elmer scores 18, Wisconsin never trails in 75-68 victory over Denver to start season
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(AP) — Eian Elmer scored 18 points and Wisconsin posted a wire-to-wire 75-68 victory over Denver in a season opener on Monday night.Elmer made 7 of 13 shots for the Badgers and added five rebounds, three assists and two steals.

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