Wisconsin Dominates Campbell in Season Opener
Monday, November 3, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Kohl Center
Wisconsin Badgers 96, Campbell Fighting Camels 64, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Campbell Fighting Camels vs Wisconsin Badgers?
Wisconsin Badgers beat Campbell Fighting Camels 96-64 at Kohl Center on November 3, 2025.
The Wisconsin Badgers showcased a commanding performance in their season opener, defeating the Campbell Fighting Camels 96-64 at the Kohl Center. This match marked a significant start for Wisconsin, who improved their record to 1-0, while Campbell fell to 0-1 in the early stages of the season.
Wisconsin entered the game with a mixed recent form, holding a 6-4 record over their last ten games. They had averaged 75.3 points scored per game while allowing 70.3 points. Their last five games reflected a record of 3-2, with an average of 72.2 points scored and 70.4 points allowed. The Badgers were coming off a loss against the Michigan Wolverines, which ended a brief win streak. In contrast, Campbell struggled with a 4-6 record in their last ten games, currently on a five-game losing streak. The Fighting Camels averaged 67.5 points scored and allowed 70.4 points during that stretch, with their last five games yielding a dismal average of 60.8 points scored and 74.8 points allowed.
At home, Wisconsin maintained a 3-2 record, while Campbell's away performance was less impressive, standing at 1-3. This home advantage was evident throughout the game, as Wisconsin displayed their offensive prowess. The Badgers capitalized on their home court, effectively utilizing the Kohl Center's atmosphere to their benefit.
In terms of previous meetings, this matchup was crucial for both teams as they sought to establish momentum early in the season. The injury report did not indicate any significant absences impacting either team, allowing both squads to field their best players for this contest.
Betting lines prior to the game indicated that Wisconsin was heavily favored to win, with their win probability set at 1.0, reflecting strong confidence from the market, although no specific odds were provided.
The game conditions were favorable for a high-scoring affair, and Wisconsin took full advantage. The Badgers' scoring was highlighted by a series of impressive plays in the second half, including multiple free throws by Nick Boyd and Austin Rapp, as well as a three-point jumper from Rapp, assisted by Nolan Winter. John Blackwell also contributed with a three-point shot, further extending Wisconsin's lead.
Overall, the Wisconsin Badgers' dominant performance not only secured them a victory but also set a positive tone for the season ahead, while the Campbell Fighting Camels will need to regroup and address their recent struggles as they look to bounce back in their next game.
Leaders
- PointsJohn Blackwell31Wisconsin Badgers
- AssistsNick Boyd4Wisconsin Badgers
- ReboundsNolan Winter12Wisconsin Badgers
- PointsDJ Smith23Campbell Fighting Camels
- AssistsCam Gregory4Campbell Fighting Camels
- ReboundsDovydas Butka8Campbell Fighting Camels
Recent form
Wisconsin Badgers
Last 10: 6-4Streak L175.3 scored · 70.3 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L53-59at Michigan WolverinesMar 16
- W77-74at Michigan State SpartansMar 15
- W86-70at UCLA BruinsMar 14
- W70-63vs Northwestern WildcatsMar 13
- L75-86vs Penn State Nittany LionsMar 8
- W74-67at Minnesota Golden GophersMar 6
- L62-71at Michigan State SpartansMar 2
- W88-62vs Washington HuskiesFeb 26
- L73-77vs Oregon DucksFeb 22
- W95-74vs Illinois Fighting IlliniFeb 19
Campbell Fighting Camels
Last 10: 4-6Streak L567.5 scored · 70.4 allowed per game1-3 away
- L62-79vs Delaware Blue HensMar 8
- L65-87at Charleston CougarsMar 1
- L60-79vs UNC Wilmington SeahawksFeb 28
- L67-76vs Towson TigersFeb 22
- L50-53at North Carolina A&T AggiesFeb 21
- W96-91at Delaware Blue HensFeb 15
- L58-67at Northeastern HuskiesFeb 14
- W66-62vs North Carolina A&T AggiesFeb 11
- W76-58vs Elon PhoenixFeb 7
- W75-52vs Hofstra PrideFeb 1
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNC Wilmington | 27-7 | - | 15-3 |
| Charleston | 21-11 | 1 | 14-4 |
| Hofstra | 24-11 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Monmouth | 19-15 | 4 | 11-7 |
| William & Mary | 20-12 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Drexel | 17-16 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Towson | 19-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Stony Brook | 17-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Campbell | 16-18 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Hampton | 13-19 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Elon | 14-18 | 9 | 6-12 |
| North Carolina A&T | 11-19 | 11 | 4-14 |
| Northeastern | 7-24 | 13 | 2-16 |
| Michigan | 37-3 | - | 19-1 |
| Nebraska | 28-7 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Michigan State | 27-8 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Illinois | 28-9 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Wisconsin | 24-11 | 5 | 14-6 |
| Purdue | 30-9 | 6 | 13-7 |
| UCLA | 24-12 | 6 | 13-7 |
| Ohio State | 21-13 | 7 | 12-8 |
| Iowa | 24-13 | 9 | 10-10 |
| Indiana | 18-14 | 10 | 9-11 |
| Minnesota | 15-18 | 11 | 8-12 |
| USC | 18-14 | 12 | 7-13 |
| Washington | 16-17 | 12 | 7-13 |
| Rutgers | 14-20 | 13 | 6-14 |
| Northwestern | 15-19 | 14 | 5-15 |
| Oregon | 12-20 | 14 | 5-15 |
| Maryland | 12-21 | 15 | 4-16 |
| Penn State | 12-20 | 16 | 3-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Campbell Fighting Camels | Wisconsin Badgers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-52 | 34-67 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 51 |
| Three-pointers | 5-19 | 11-28 |
| Three-point % | 26 | 39 |
| Free throws | 13-17 | 17-19 |
| Free throw % | 76 | 89 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 34 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 21 |
| Assists | 7 | 19 |
| Steals | 8 | 11 |
| Blocks | 2 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 19 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 31 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 46 |
| Fouls | 21 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 7 | 32 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half42-55DJ Smith made Layup.
- 2nd Half42-57Andrew Rohde made Layup.
- 2nd Half44-57Chris Fields Jr. made Jumper.
- 2nd Half46-57Chris Fields Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half47-57Chris Fields Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-57Tasos Cook made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-57Tasos Cook made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-59Nolan Winter made Dunk. Assisted by John Blackwell.
- 2nd Half50-59Chris Fields Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-59Chris Fields Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-59Chris Fields Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-59Chris Fields Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-60Austin Rapp made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-60Dovydas Butka made Layup.
- 2nd Half55-63Nolan Winter made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by John Blackwell.
- 2nd Half55-65Nolan Winter made Dunk. Assisted by Austin Rapp.
- 2nd Half57-65Tasos Cook made Layup.
- 2nd Half60-65DJ Smith made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Cam Gregory.
- 2nd Half60-66Austin Rapp made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-67Austin Rapp made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-67Chris Fields Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-67Chris Fields Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-69John Blackwell made Layup. Assisted by Will Garlock.
- 2nd Half62-72Andrew Rohde made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Nick Boyd.
- 2nd Half62-75John Blackwell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Nick Boyd.
- 2nd Half62-78John Blackwell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Nick Boyd.
- 2nd Half62-79Nick Boyd made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-80Nick Boyd made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-82Nolan Winter made Layup. Assisted by John Blackwell.
- 2nd Half63-82DJ Smith made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-82DJ Smith made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-83Nick Boyd made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-84Nick Boyd made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-85Austin Rapp made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-86Austin Rapp made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-89Austin Rapp made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Nolan Winter.
- 2nd Half64-92John Blackwell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Austin Rapp.
- 2nd Half64-93Nick Boyd made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-94Nick Boyd made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-96Jack Robison made Layup. Assisted by Riccardo Greppi.
Win probability
Above the line favours Wisconsin Badgers, below favours Campbell Fighting Camels.
Venue
- Kohl CenterMadison, WI
- Attendance13695
- OfficialsBrian Dorsey, Alfred Smith, Jourdan Love
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