Wisconsin Advances in NCAA Tournament with 85-66 Win Over Montana

The Badgers secure their first tournament victory since 2022, propelled by John Blackwell's 19 points and a dominant second half.

Wisconsin defeated Montana 85-66 in the first round of the NCAA Tournament in Denver, marking their first tournament win in three years.
John Blackwell led the Badgers with 19 points, supported by four other players scoring in double digits, including Steven Crowl with 18 points.
Carter Gilmore's pivotal second-half contributions, including a three-pointer and defensive plays, helped spark an 8-0 run that widened Wisconsin's lead.
Montana's loss extended their all-time NCAA Tournament record to 2-14, with their last first-round win occurring in 2006.
Wisconsin, now 27-9 on the season, will face BYU in the second round on Saturday, aiming for their first Sweet 16 appearance in eight years.