The Wisconsin Badgers men’s basketball team just wrapped up its second exhibition game, defeating UW-Green Bay 96-77. Although the final score suggests wire-to-wire domination, the actual game itself was a bit closer than a lot of fans were likely hoping for.
The Badgers found themselves down double digits at points in this one, even holding onto a narrow lead heading into halftime. That said, the crew got it done when it mattered, ultimately pulling out the victory.
Got it done in Green Bay pic.twitter.com/6usVtkmTPG
— Wisconsin Basketball (@BadgerMBB) October 16, 2026
The real story of the night, however, was the play of overseas newcomer Owen Foxwell. The Aussie finished with game highs in points (21), assists (6) and steals (4), ultimately being the driving force in Wisconsin’s victory. Add on top of that the fact that he shot 5-for-8 from the field and a perfect 2-for-2 from 3-point range, and you’re left with a very impressive game from the guard.
That said, arguably the most encouraging number from the night in its entirety was the 12 free-throw attempts Foxwell was able to claim. Coming into this season, many questioned the validity of the Badgers’ offense, citing a lack of scoring punch from anyone on the roster.
Why it matters
Nobody doubted the fact that Wisconsin could run an effective offense within structure, as the combination of perimeter spacing, versatile bigs and solid guard play makes for a fairly seamless offensive scheme. That said, the questions of who could self-create and get looks going downhill remained prevalent — at least until this game.
FINAL from the Resch Center: Badgers 96, Green Bay 77
— Nick Osen (@TheRealNickOsen) October 16, 2026
Big nights from Foxwell, Carrington, Elmer and Winter
Story on the way from GB
Foxwell was consistently able to get to the paint, mostly funneled by ball screens, but was able to get a couple of looks out of isolation as well. What makes that facet opening up for him so scary is the fact that it then opens passing windows for him to exploit, benefiting everyone else around him.
That tidbit became especially evident in the second half, as senior big Nolan Winter started to rack up some easy looks off Foxwell, along with Braeden Carrington getting some easy looks from 3-point range.
The team in its entirety has a long way to go, of course, as a lack of chemistry and odd lineup construction still plague the product of play at times. That said, one of the hardest things to do is find the guy who is going to lead the team each and every night, and the Badgers may have found just that in Foxwell.
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