Mar 26, 2024; Columbus, OH, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Jake Diebler motions to his team during the first half of the NIT quarterfinals against the Georgia Bulldogs at Value City Arena. Credit: Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch-USA TODAY NETWORK

The Badgers lost almost all of a 17-point halftime lead, but hit on 25 of 28 free throw attempts and posted 70-68 win over the Buckeyes.

The Buckeyes shot a woeful 32.1% from the field in the first half, but hit over half their field goals (51.6%) in the second half, helping them get back into the game.

After collecting its fourth Big Ten win of the 2024-25 slate, Wisconsin now sits at 14-3 overall and 4-2 in conference play. Here are five stats that defined UW’s clutch win over Ohio State:

No. 24 Wisconsin staved off a late rally by Ohio State, extending its winning streak to six with a 70-68 victory Tuesday night.

The Badgers had to battle through shooting struggles after a hot start Tuesday night, but they managed enough to hold on for their sixth straight win.