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Jul 14, 2025; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Utah Jazz forward John Tonje (17) celebrates with guard Isaiah Collier (8) after scoring against the San Antonio Spurs during the second half of a NBA basketball game at the Thomas & Mack Center. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-Imagn Images

NBA writer explains why John Tonje was one of Portland's smartest signings

Mark Knight

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Jul 25, 2026

Predicting the 2 guards who could breakout for Wisconsin plus one wildcard

Owen Jury

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Jul 25, 2026

John Tonje’s NBA journey takes another turn with the Portland Trail Blazers

Owen Jury

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Jul 24, 2026

Wisconsin's reported non-conference opponent brings back memories of a Final Four run

Mark Knight

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Jul 24, 2026

Mar 18, 2026; Portland, OR, USA; Wisconsin Badgers head coach Greg Gard directs drills during a practice session ahead of the first round of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

4 realistic (and unrealistic) options for Wisconsin basketball's final roster spot

Mark Knight

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Jul 23, 2026

Mar 19, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Miami (OH) RedHawks forward Eian Elmer speaks with the media before a practice session ahead of the first round of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Eian Elmer isn't shy about his Wisconsin goal after meeting John Tonje

Mark Knight

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Jul 23, 2026

Mar 19, 2026; Portland, OR, USA; Wisconsin Badgers head coach Greg Gard talks with an official during the second half of a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament against the High Point Panthers at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

Wisconsin is at risk of getting Owen Foxwell poached by the NBA

Owen Jury

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Jul 23, 2026

Wisconsin head coach Bo Ryan does not like a call during the first half of their NCAA Final Four tournament college basketball semifinal game against Kentucky Saturday, April 4 2015 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind. MARK HOFFMAN/MHOFFMAN@JOURNALSENTINEL.COM

Who are Wisconsin's rivals in basketball? Looking at the 5 best candidates

Mark Knight

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Jul 23, 2026

Mar 19, 2026; Portland, OR, USA; Wisconsin Badgers guard Braeden Carrington (0) reacts after a shot against the High Point Panthers during the second half of a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

Wisconsin hoops GM gives an intriguing Braeden Carrington update and timeline

Mark Knight

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Jul 22, 2026

Wisconsin head coach Greg Gard talks to his team during the first half of their game against Rutgers Saturday, January 17, 2026 at the Kohl Center in Madison, Wisconsin.

Why Owen Foxwell could change the way Wisconsin basketball plays

Owen Jury

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Jul 22, 2026

Mar 19, 2026; Portland, OR, USA; Wisconsin Badgers head coach Greg Gard reacts during the second half of a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament against the High Point Panthers at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

Wisconsin basketball offense with John Blackwell out of the fold will have a very different look

Owen Jury

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Jul 21, 2026

Mar 19, 2026; Portland, OR, USA; Wisconsin Badgers guard Andrew Rohde (7), guard Nick Boyd (2), and forward Nolan Winter (31) react during the second half of a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament against the High Point Panthers at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

Golden State ices out Nick Boyd in final Vegas game creating abrupt NBA uncertainty

Mark Knight

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Jul 19, 2026

Oct 16, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz guard John Tonje (17) drives with the ball against Portland Trail Blazers guard Jrue Holiday (5) during the second half at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Peter Creveling-Imagn Images

Celtics expert says the decision on John Tonje has become crystal clear

Mark Knight

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Jul 19, 2026

Mar 29, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Boston Celtics guard John Tonje (8) controls the ball as time runs down in the second half against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Westerholt-Imagn Images

John Tonje made one final summer league statement before his Celtics contract expired

Mark Knight

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Jul 18, 2026

Braeden Carrington (0) is shown during a Wisconsin men’s basketball scrimmage Sunday, October 19, 2025 at the Kohl Center in Madison, Wisconsin.

Projecting Braeden Carrington's role if Wisconsin added him to the 2026 fold

Owen Jury

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Jul 18, 2026

Mar 19, 2026; Portland, OR, USA; Wisconsin Badgers head coach Greg Gard reacts during the second half of a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament against the High Point Panthers at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

Wisconsin is getting a foot in the door early with top class of '28 recruiting target

Owen Jury

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Jul 18, 2026

Wisconsin forward Steven Crowl (22) is shown during the second half of their preseason game Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at the Kohl Center in Madison, Wisconsin.

The Detroit Pistons just sent former Badger Steven Crowl a difficult NBA message

Mark Knight

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Jul 18, 2026

Mar 19, 2026; Portland, OR, USA; Wisconsin Badgers guard Braeden Carrington (0) shoots against High Point Panthers guard Chase Johnston (99) during the second half of a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

Braeden Carrington believes a return to Wisconsin remains possible

Owen Jury

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Jul 17, 2026

Apr 12, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard John Tonje (8) shoots during the second half against the Orlando Magic at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Paul Rutherford-Imagn Images

John Tonje's NBA future given extra hope with strong words from Celtics' Amile Jefferson

Mark Knight

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Jul 17, 2026

Mar 19, 2025; Denver, CO, USA; (from left to right) Wisconsin Badgers players Steven Crowl and Max Klesmit and John Tonje during a press conference at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

The NBA chances for each Wisconsin Summer League player after a week in Vegas

Owen Jury

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Jul 17, 2026

University of Wisconsin athletic director Shawn Eichorst (left) and interim chancellor Eric Wilcots pose with a Badgers football jersey during a meet-and-greet event for Eichorst at the Champions Club inside Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wisconsin on Tuesday July 7, 2026.

Shawn Eichorst is making an impression around Wisconsin in a very Barry Alvarez way

Mark Knight

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Jul 16, 2026

Wisconsin forward Nolan Winter (31) grabs his leg after being injured during the second half of their game Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at the Kohl Center in Madison, Wisconsin. Wisconsin beat Maryland 78-45.

Nolan Winter gives an injury update and timeline for recovery

Owen Jury

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Jul 16, 2026

Feb 24, 2008; Columbus, OH, USA; Wisconsin Badgers head coach Bo Ryan on the bench with forward Brian Butch (32) against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Value City Arena. The Badgers beat the Buckeyes 58-53. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports

Re-ranking Wisconsin basketball's 5 highest-rated recruits of the modern era

Mark Knight

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Jul 16, 2026

Feb 8, 2025; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Wisconsin Badgers forward Steven Crowl (22) warms up before the game against the Iowa Hawkeyes at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

Steven Crowl just had a game that may kill his chances with the Detroit Pistons

Mark Knight

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Jul 15, 2026

Jan 22, 2026; University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions forward Ivan Juric (3) holds the ball as Wisconsin Badgers guard Zach Kinziger (4) and forward Will Garlock (23) defend during the second half at Rec Hall. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O'Haren-Imagn Images

These 2 Wisconsin sophomores looked like breakout candidates during open practice

Owen Jury

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Jul 15, 2026

Dec 13, 2025; Syracuse, New York, USA; Hofstra Pride forward Victory Onuetu (6) dunks over Syracuse Orange guard Nate Kingz (4) in the first half at the JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images

Victory Onuetu's first Wisconsin practices reveal the role Greg Gard envisions for him

Owen Jury

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Jul 15, 2026

Mar 18, 2026; Portland, OR, USA; Wisconsin Badgers head coach Greg Gard answers questions during a press conference before a practice session ahead of the first round of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

Greg Gard's praise of new AD will have fans noticing some hidden Chris McIntosh shade

Mark Knight

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Jul 14, 2026

Mar 18, 2026; Portland, OR, USA; Wisconsin Badgers head coach Greg Gard directs his team during a practice session ahead of the first round of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

Greg Gard confirms Wisconsin isn't done adding talent and one familiar name surfaced

Mark Knight

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Jul 14, 2026

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