Wisconsin Badgers Dominate SIU Edwardsville Cougars 94-69
Monday, November 17, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Kohl Center
Wisconsin Badgers 94, SIU Edwardsville Cougars 69, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won SIU Edwardsville Cougars vs Wisconsin Badgers?
Wisconsin Badgers beat SIU Edwardsville Cougars 94-69 at Kohl Center on November 17, 2025.
The Wisconsin Badgers showcased their strength at home with a decisive 94-69 victory over the SIU Edwardsville Cougars at the Kohl Center. This win marks the Badgers' fifth consecutive victory at home, improving their home record to 4-0 this season and extending their overall winning streak to three games. The Badgers have been particularly impressive in their recent form, boasting a record of 7-3 over their last ten games, with an average of 77.6 points scored and only 68.1 points allowed. Their last five games have seen them average 81.8 points while allowing just 64.8, indicating a solid defensive effort alongside their offensive prowess.
On the other hand, the Cougars, who entered the game with a 3-2 record, have also shown promise, winning three of their last five games. They averaged 74.1 points scored and 64.2 points allowed over their last ten games. However, their recent performance has been less consistent, as they struggled against tougher opponents, including a loss to Indiana State prior to their matchup with Wisconsin. The Cougars' away record stands at 4-1, showcasing their ability to perform on the road, but they faced a significant challenge against the Badgers.
In their previous meetings, the two teams had not faced each other recently, making this matchup particularly intriguing as both sought to establish dominance. The Badgers' home advantage at the Kohl Center has historically been a factor in their success, and they capitalized on this once again.
In terms of player performances, the Badgers were led by a well-rounded effort, with multiple players contributing to the scoring. The scoring plays in the second half highlighted the Badgers' offensive efficiency, including a three-point jumper by Braeden Carrington and a series of free throws by Darrion Baker and Iwo Baganc, which helped to extend their lead as the game progressed.
The Cougars did manage to keep the game competitive for stretches, with Aleksas Bieliauskas and Harrison Alexander making key plays, but they ultimately could not match the Badgers' firepower. As the game wore on, the Badgers' defense tightened, limiting the Cougars' scoring opportunities and allowing Wisconsin to pull away in the second half.
The conditions at the Kohl Center were favorable for the home team, with a supportive crowd that energized the Badgers throughout the game. The market had priced the Badgers as strong favorites, reflecting their home dominance and recent form, with a home win probability of 1.0.
Overall, the Badgers' victory solidifies their position as a formidable force in the NCAAB landscape this season, while the Cougars will need to regroup and address their inconsistencies as they move forward.
Leaders
- PointsJohn Blackwell24Wisconsin Badgers
- AssistsNick Boyd5Wisconsin Badgers
- ReboundsAustin Rapp8Wisconsin Badgers
- PointsJordan Pickett12SIU Edwardsville Cougars
- AssistsJordan Pickett3SIU Edwardsville Cougars
- ReboundsMyles Thompson7SIU Edwardsville Cougars
Recent form
Wisconsin Badgers
Last 10: 7-3Streak W377.6 scored · 68.1 allowed per game4-1 at home
- W86-55vs Ball State CardinalsNov 12
- W97-72vs Northern Illinois HuskiesNov 8
- W96-64vs Campbell Fighting CamelsNov 4
- 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
SIU Edwardsville Cougars
Last 10: 7-3Streak W174.1 scored · 64.2 allowed per game4-1 away
- W61-59at Drake BulldogsNov 15
- L55-64vs Indiana State SycamoresNov 11
- W77-60at UTSA RoadrunnersNov 7
- W119-50vs East West PhantomsNov 5
- W69-48at Southeast Missouri State RedhawksMar 9
- W71-69vs Tennessee State TigersMar 8
- W73-65vs Little Rock TrojansMar 1
- L68-83vs Southeast Missouri State RedhawksFeb 28
- L68-82at Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesFeb 23
- W80-62at Morehead State EaglesFeb 21
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee State | 23-10 | - | 15-5 |
| Morehead State | 20-13 | - | 15-5 |
| Southeast Missouri State | 20-13 | 1 | 14-6 |
| UT Martin | 22-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| SIU Edwardsville | 19-13 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Lindenwood | 18-15 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Little Rock | 12-20 | 6 | 9-11 |
| Tennessee Tech | 13-18 | 6 | 8-12 |
| Eastern Illinois | 13-20 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Southern Indiana | 7-23 | 11 | 4-16 |
| Western Illinois | 5-26 | 14 | 1-19 |
| 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 | SIU Edwardsville Cougars | Wisconsin Badgers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-58 | 29-65 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 7-18 | 15-39 |
| Three-point % | 39 | 38 |
| Free throws | 10-11 | 21-24 |
| Free throw % | 91 | 88 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 24 |
| Assists | 10 | 19 |
| Steals | 4 | 8 |
| Blocks | 5 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 4 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 4 | 26 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 19 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 28 |
| Fouls | 18 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 27 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half43-48Arnas Sakenis made Jumper. Assisted by Jordan Pickett.
- 2nd Half43-49Andrew Rohde made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-50Andrew Rohde made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-51Austin Rapp made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-52Austin Rapp made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-55Nick Boyd made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Austin Rapp.
- 2nd Half43-57Austin Rapp made Layup.
- 2nd Half43-60Austin Rapp made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Andrew Rohde.
- 2nd Half43-62Nolan Winter made Layup. Assisted by Andrew Rohde.
- 2nd Half43-63Nick Boyd made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-64Nick Boyd made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-64Jo Valrie made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jordan Pickett.
- 2nd Half46-66Nick Boyd made Layup. Assisted by Aleksas Bieliauskas.
- 2nd Half49-66Darius Robinson Jr. made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half49-69John Blackwell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Will Garlock.
- 2nd Half49-70John Blackwell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-71John Blackwell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-74John Blackwell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Will Garlock.
- 2nd Half52-74Darius Robinson Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Corentin Efono.
- 2nd Half55-74Darrion Baker made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Corentin Efono.
- 2nd Half55-76Nolan Winter made Dunk. Assisted by Nick Boyd.
- 2nd Half55-77Nolan Winter made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-79Nick Boyd made Layup.
- 2nd Half56-79Jo Valrie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-79Jo Valrie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-82Austin Rapp made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Nick Boyd.
- 2nd Half59-82Arnas Sakenis made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half59-85Nick Boyd made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half61-85Jack Campion made Jumper.
- 2nd Half63-85Jack Campion made Jumper.
- 2nd Half63-86Austin Rapp made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-87Austin Rapp made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-89Aleksas Bieliauskas made Layup. Assisted by Will Garlock.
- 2nd Half64-89Darrion Baker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-89Darrion Baker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-92Braeden Carrington made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Will Garlock.
- 2nd Half67-92Harrison Alexander made Jumper. Assisted by Kyle Thomas.
- 2nd Half68-92Iwo Baganc made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-92Iwo Baganc made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-94Hayden Jones made Jumper.
Win probability
Above the line favours Wisconsin Badgers, below favours SIU Edwardsville Cougars.
Venue
- Kohl CenterMadison, WI
- Attendance13797
- OfficialsEarl Walton, Chad Barlow, Randy Richardson
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