The Badgers' ceiling is a Final Four loss to the Midwest regional champion, but that would require upsetting teams like Alabama and Duke. The most likely outcome for Wisconsin is a Sweet 16 loss to Alabama after navigating through the first two rounds.

Mar 16, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Wisconsin Badgers head coach Greg Gard, guard John Blackwell (25) and guard Kamari McGee (4) talk during a pause in play during the second half against the Michigan Wolverines during the 2025 Big Ten Championship Game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

MADISON – Each Monday, the Journal Sentinel will look at the Wisconsin men's basketball team’s previous week and assess how its résumé has changed and stacks up to the competition. All rankings are through Sunday unless noted otherwise.