Blackwell's Record-Breaking Game Propels Badgers

0:00On March 12, the Wisconsin Badgers edged out the Washington Huskies 85-82 in the Big 10 tournament on Thursday. They blew an 18-point lead in the second half, but held on to advance. John Blackwell led the charge with 34 points and 10 rebounds, including a key jumper late to seal the win. Blackwell and teammate Nick Boyd took over for the Badgers guards. Together they scored 57 points, grabbed 13 rebounds, and dished 11 assists with just three turnovers. Blackwell was unstoppable, hitting 13 of his first half shots from deep before adding 21 more in the second half. Coach Greg Guard has praised Blackwell all season for his calm under pressure. He stayed steady even as the game tightened, helping the team keep momentum and avoid panic. Blackwell's 34 points said a new Wisconsin record for the Big 10 tournament. It tops the previous mark and ties for third all time in tournament history. Now the Badgers space Illinois next, a tough matchup with their guards returning.

1:00Wisconsin will lean on Blackwell and Boyd again to keep their run going.