The winner of this game tonight could be looking at moving up to a share of first place in the Big Ten tonight. Illinois also needs a win to solidify their tournament status. The Badgers always play tough at the Kohl Center, and are 13-0 in Madison this year. Illinois is more of an offensive-oriented team, but the Badgers are usually able to slow down the pace and bring the score into the 50s or 40s. Wisconsin ranks fifth in the country at 56.2 points per game, and are in the top 20 in both offensive and defensive efficiency.
.