NEWSLETTER
The Ohio State Buckeyes (13-18, 5-15 Big Ten) hope to break a nine-game road losing streak when they visit the Wisconsin Badgers (17-13, 9-11 Big Ten) on March 8, 2023.
In its previous game, Ohio State lost to Michigan State on Saturday, 84-78. Brice Sensabaugh scored a team-high 21 points (and chipped in two assists and five boards). Wisconsin won its most recent game versus Minnesota, 71-67, on Sunday. Steven Crowl was its top scorer with 21 points.
When is Ohio State vs. Wisconsin and when does it start?
This matchup between the Buckeyes and Badgers is set to start on Wednesday, March 8, 2023. Expect to see the opening tip at 6:30 PM ET.
Where to Watch Ohio State vs. Wisconsin
The Buckeyes and Badgers will take to the floor at United Center for this matchup on March 8, and if you’d like to see the matchup live, get your tickets now from Vivid Seats!
What channel is the game on?
You can catch this game live on BTN.
Ohio State Buckeyes vs. Wisconsin Badgers Game Preview
Ohio State Stats, Odds & Insights
Ohio State averages 73.1 points per game (145th in college basketball) while allowing 69.4 per outing (153rd in college basketball). It has a +116 scoring differential overall and outscores opponents by 3.7 points per game.
The Buckeyes score 9.3 more points than the Badgers allow (63.8).
Ohio State makes 6.6 three-pointers per game (271st in college basketball) compared to its opponents’ 7.2. It shoots 35.8% from deep while its opponents hit 32.6% from long range.
The Buckeyes are scoring 74.7 points per game in home games. When playing on the road, they are averaging 68.1 points per contest.
Ohio State has been racking up 65.7 points per game in its last 10 times on the court, an average that’s much lower than the 73.1 it has scored over the course of the 2022-23 season.
Wisconsin Stats, Odds & Insights
Wisconsin puts up 65.2 points per game (332nd in college basketball) while allowing 63.8 per outing (31st in college basketball). It has a +43 scoring differential and outscores opponents by 1.4 points per game.
The Badgers’ 65.2 points per game are only 4.2 fewer than the Buckeyes allow.
Wisconsin makes 8.3 three-pointers per game (87th in college basketball), 2.1 more than its opponents. It shoots 35.5% from beyond the arc (108th in college basketball), and its opponents are shooting 32.1%.
The Badgers are scoring fewer points at home (64.9 per game) than away (67.9).
Wisconsin is averaging 65.5 points per game over its previous 10 games, which is 0.3 more than its average for the season (65.2).
Buckeyes Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brice Sensabaugh | 31 | 16.5 | 5.2 | 1.2 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 1.9 |
| Justice Sueing | 31 | 12.0 | 5.4 | 1.9 | 0.7 | 0.4 | 0.6 |
| Zed Key | 25 | 10.8 | 7.5 | 0.8 | 0.6 | 1.0 | 0.3 |
| Bruce Thornton | 31 | 10.0 | 2.7 | 2.4 | 0.8 | 0.1 | 1.2 |
| Sean McNeil | 31 | 9.7 | 2.0 | 1.2 | 0.5 | 0.1 | 1.7 |
Badgers Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chucky Hepburn | 30 | 12.2 | 3.0 | 2.9 | 1.5 | 0.1 | 2.0 |
| Connor Essegian | 30 | 11.9 | 3.5 | 0.8 | 0.6 | 0.0 | 2.1 |
| Steven Crowl | 30 | 11.6 | 7.1 | 2.6 | 0.4 | 0.5 | 0.7 |
| Tyler Wahl | 27 | 11.3 | 6.3 | 2.5 | 1.1 | 0.4 | 0.3 |
| Max Klesmit | 28 | 8.3 | 2.6 | 1.4 | 1.3 | 0.2 | 1.5 |
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