"Illinois' +469 scoring differential (outscoring opponents by 15.2 points per game) is a result of scoring 84.3 points per game (21st in college basketball) while giving up 69.1 per outing (56th in college basketball). The Fighting Illini are averaging 84.3 points, 8.5 more than the Badgers give up."
"Illinois connects on 11 three-pointers per game (eighth-most in college basketball) at a 34.9% rate (131st in college basketball), compared to the 8.3 per game its opponents make at a 31.7% rate. Offensively, the Fighting Illini have performed better when playing at home this season, posting 86.1 points per game."
"Wisconsin was victorious in its most recent game against Washington, 85-82, on Thursday. John Blackwell starred with 34 points, and also had 10 boards and two assists. Wisconsin is outscoring opponents by 7.5 points per game."
Illinois and Wisconsin meet in a Big Ten tournament matchup on Friday, March 13, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. ET at United Center. Illinois enters with a 24-7 record and recently defeated Maryland 78-72, led by David Mirkovic's 22 points. Wisconsin holds a 23-9 record after beating Washington 85-82, with John Blackwell contributing 34 points, 10 rebounds, and two assists. Illinois maintains a +469 scoring differential, averaging 84.3 points per game while allowing 69.1. The Fighting Illini shoot 11 three-pointers per game at 34.9% accuracy. Wisconsin outscores opponents by 7.5 points per game. The game airs on BTN.
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