On March 13, 2025, the Wisconsin Badgers defeated the Northwestern Wildcats 70-63 in the second round of the Big Ten Tournament at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.
Key Performances:
- Wisconsin: Nolan Winter and John Tonje each scored 18 points, contributing significantly to the team’s victory.
- Northwestern: Nick Martinelli led all scorers with 22 points, setting a new single-season scoring record for the Wildcats.
The Badgers’ defense was pivotal, holding Northwestern to just 34.6% shooting in the second half and converting 14 Wildcats turnovers into 17 points.
With this win, Wisconsin advanced to face UCLA in the quarterfinals.
For a visual recap of the game, you can watch the highlights below: