Overview

• BYU defeated Wisconsin 91-89 in Denver to reach the NCAA Sweet 16 for the first time since 2011, surviving a late comeback attempt by the Badgers.
• Richie Saunders led BYU with 25 points and seven rebounds, while Wisconsin's John Tonje scored a game-high 37 points but missed a potential game-tying shot in the final seconds.
• The Cougars showcased their depth, with eight players scoring at least six points, while Wisconsin’s bench contributed only three points during the game.
• BYU out-rebounded Wisconsin 41-32 and scored 39 points in the paint, offsetting Wisconsin’s size advantage with strong rebounding and second-chance opportunities.
• The team now awaits the winner of the Alabama vs. Saint Mary’s matchup in the next round of the NCAA tournament, building momentum after their hard-fought victory.