Wisconsin Badgers Dominate Central Michigan Chippewas 88-61
Monday, December 22, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Kohl Center
Wisconsin Badgers 88, Central Michigan Chippewas 61, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Central Michigan Chippewas vs Wisconsin Badgers?
Wisconsin Badgers beat Central Michigan Chippewas 88-61 at Kohl Center on December 22, 2025.
Who was favored in Central Michigan Chippewas vs Wisconsin Badgers?
Wisconsin Badgers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -4000 (about 98% implied). The favorite won.
The Wisconsin Badgers showcased their strength in a decisive 88-61 victory over the Central Michigan Chippewas at the Kohl Center. This matchup highlighted the disparity between the two teams, with Wisconsin entering the game with an 8-4 record, while Central Michigan struggled at 4-9. The Badgers' performance was particularly impressive given their recent form, which had seen them lose their last two games prior to this contest.
In the last ten games, Wisconsin had a record of 6-4, but their recent struggles included losses to Villanova and Nebraska, where they averaged 74.0 points scored and allowed 77.8 points in their last five outings. Despite these setbacks, their home record remained strong at 6-0, demonstrating their dominance at the Kohl Center. The Badgers averaged 82.1 points scored per game while allowing 76.6 points throughout the season.
Central Michigan, on the other hand, had a challenging season, with a record of 3-7 in their last ten games leading up to this fixture. They had lost their most recent game against Northern Illinois and averaged 70.0 points scored while allowing 81.4 points in their last five games. Their away record was particularly troubling, standing at 1-6, which further emphasized the uphill battle they faced against Wisconsin.
The game began with Wisconsin asserting control, and they maintained a significant lead throughout. The Badgers' scoring was bolstered by a series of impressive plays in the second half, including a 25-foot three-point jumper by Zach Kinziger and another by Jack Robison, which helped solidify their lead. Central Michigan managed to make some scoring plays, including a turnaround jump shot by Nathan Claerbaut and a driving layup by Tamario Adley, but they were unable to keep pace with Wisconsin's offensive onslaught.
The market had set the odds heavily in favor of Wisconsin, with DraftKings listing them at -26.5 on the spread and a moneyline of -4000. In contrast, Central Michigan was priced at +1600 on the moneyline, reflecting the expectations surrounding the game. The total for the game was set at 152.5, indicating a belief in a high-scoring affair, which ultimately played out as Wisconsin exceeded expectations.
In terms of player performances, Wisconsin's offensive execution was evident, with multiple players contributing to the scoring. The Badgers effectively utilized their home court advantage, which has been a significant factor in their success this season. The conditions in the Kohl Center were favorable for Wisconsin, as they thrived in front of their home crowd.
As the game concluded, Wisconsin demonstrated their capability to bounce back from recent losses, while Central Michigan continued to search for answers amid their struggles. The Badgers' ability to dominate at home and their scoring efficiency were key takeaways from this matchup, setting the stage for their upcoming games as they look to build on this momentum.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | WIS -26.5 | 152.5 o -115 / u -105 | Central Michigan Chippewas +1600 · Wisconsin Badgers -4000 |
Leaders
- PointsNolan Winter18Wisconsin Badgers
- AssistsJack Janicki9Wisconsin Badgers
- ReboundsNolan Winter8Wisconsin Badgers
- PointsTamario Adley13Central Michigan Chippewas
- AssistsTamario Adley6Central Michigan Chippewas
- ReboundsNick Mullen5Central Michigan Chippewas
Recent form
Wisconsin Badgers
Last 10: 6-4Streak L282.1 scored · 76.6 allowed per game6-0 at home
- L66-76at Villanova WildcatsDec 20
- L60-90at Nebraska CornhuskersDec 11
- W96-76vs Marquette Golden EaglesDec 6
- W85-73vs Northwestern WildcatsDec 4
- L63-74at TCU Horned FrogsNov 28
- W104-83vs Providence FriarsNov 27
- L70-98at BYU CougarsNov 21
- W94-69vs SIU Edwardsville CougarsNov 18
- W86-55vs Ball State CardinalsNov 12
- W97-72vs Northern Illinois HuskiesNov 8
Central Michigan Chippewas
Last 10: 3-7Streak L174.5 scored · 77.4 allowed per game1-6 away
- L73-74at Northern Illinois HuskiesDec 20
- W85-65vs Olivet CometsDec 18
- L55-78at Stony Brook SeawolvesDec 13
- L65-107at Saint Louis BillikensDec 7
- L72-83at Loyola Chicago RamblersDec 3
- W112-67vs Adrian BulldogsNov 26
- L71-85at Marquette Golden EaglesNov 22
- L66-90vs Northern Kentucky NorseNov 21
- W82-59at Coppin State EaglesNov 14
- L64-66at South Alabama JaguarsNov 13
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami (OH) | 32-2 | - | 18-0 |
| Akron | 29-6 | 1 | 17-1 |
| Kent State | 24-10 | 4 | 14-4 |
| Toledo | 19-15 | 7 | 11-7 |
| Bowling Green | 18-14 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Ohio | 15-17 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Buffalo | 17-15 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Massachusetts | 17-16 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Ball State | 12-19 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Central Michigan | 10-21 | 12 | 6-12 |
| Western Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Eastern Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Northern Illinois | 9-21 | 10 | 4-14 |
| 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 | Central Michigan Chippewas | Wisconsin Badgers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-54 | 29-54 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 54 |
| Three-pointers | 5-17 | 13-31 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 42 |
| Free throws | 12-17 | 17-26 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 65 |
| Rebounds | 22 | 41 |
| Offensive rebounds | 2 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 32 |
| Assists | 13 | 25 |
| Steals | 6 | 2 |
| Blocks | 3 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 3 | 14 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 32 |
| Fouls | 21 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 1 | 35 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 1 | 98 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half31-46Nick Boyd makes driving layup
- 2nd Half33-46Jalen Kampen makes layup (Keenan Garner assists)
- 2nd Half33-48Austin Rapp makes layup (Jack Janicki assists)
- 2nd Half33-50Hayden Jones makes driving layup (Jack Janicki assists)
- 2nd Half33-52Austin Rapp makes 1-foot dunk (Aleksas Bieliauskas assists)
- 2nd Half33-55Austin Rapp makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jack Janicki assists)
- 2nd Half33-58Austin Rapp makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jack Janicki assists)
- 2nd Half34-58Keenan Garner makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half34-61Austin Rapp makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jack Janicki assists)
- 2nd Half34-63Jack Janicki makes layup (Zach Kinziger assists)
- 2nd Half34-66Zach Kinziger makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jack Janicki assists)
- 2nd Half36-66Nick Mullen makes layup (Nathan Claerbaut assists)
- 2nd Half36-69Braeden Carrington makes 23-foot three point jumper (Austin Rapp assists)
- 2nd Half36-70Nick Boyd makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half36-71Nick Boyd makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half38-71Tamario Adley makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half39-71Tamario Adley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half40-71Tamario Adley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half40-73Nick Boyd makes driving layup
- 2nd Half42-73Nathan Claerbaut makes layup (Tamario Adley assists)
- 2nd Half43-73Nathan Claerbaut makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half43-74Nolan Winter makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-75Nolan Winter makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-75Tamario Adley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-75Tamario Adley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-77Nolan Winter makes 2-foot dunk (Jack Janicki assists)
- 2nd Half47-77Jalen Kampen makes layup (Tamario Adley assists)
- 2nd Half47-78Nick Boyd makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-79Nick Boyd makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-79Nathan Claerbaut makes layup (Tamario Adley assists)
- 2nd Half50-79Nathan Claerbaut makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half50-81Austin Rapp makes layup (Will Garlock assists)
- 2nd Half52-81Nathan Claerbaut makes 16-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half53-81Keenan Garner makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-82Hayden Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-82Logan McIntire makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half58-82Tamario Adley makes driving layup
- 2nd Half58-85Zach Kinziger makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jack Janicki assists)
- 2nd Half61-85Kayden Nation makes 25-foot three point jumper (Nick Mullen assists)
- 2nd Half61-88Jack Robison makes 23-foot three point jumper (Zach Kinziger assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Wisconsin Badgers, below favours Central Michigan Chippewas.
Venue
- Kohl CenterMadison, WI
- Attendance14106
- OfficialsLarry Scirotto, Jeffrey Anderson, John Floyd
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