Badger’s News: Game Thread Vs. UCF Knights

Fresh off an 87-84 win over the UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros, the Wisconsin Badgers take the No. 19 against UCF Knights to start the Greebrier Tip-Off on Friday, with tip-off set for 4 p.m

The Badgers had an upset scare Monday just one game after pulling off the upset Arizona Wildcatsbut managed to hold off UT Rio Grande Valley in a back-and-forth battle to remain undefeated.

Now 5-0, the Badgers will look to continue their strong start against the UCF Knights, who are also undefeated at 4-0, with a marquee win over No. 13 Texas A&M Aggies in the season opener.

Wisconsin has looked offensive to start the year averaging 88.2 points per game. match. Transfer wing John Tonje has led the way with 22.6 points per game. game, but the Badgers’ trio of starting guards have looked good, aiding an efficient offense.

UCF, on the other hand, has averaged 79.8 points per game and they have a team loaded with newcomers as only two players remain in their rotation from a season ago.

The Badgers will be without transfer guard Camren Hunter, who did not make the trip due to illness.

Check out our game preview ahead of the competition!

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As 5.5-point favorites, can the Badgers remain undefeated and advance to the finals of the Greenbrier Tip-Off on Friday?