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Badgers Upset Illinois in Overtime Thriller, Gard Celebrates

2/12/2026

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Greg Gard, the head coach of the Wisconsin Badgers men's basketball team, celebrated after Wisconsin defeated 8th-ranked Illinois 92-90 in overtime.
The win came after a disappointing loss to Indiana, underscoring a roller-coaster stretch for the Badgers.
Gard lightened the moment by poking fun at Illinois fans and wearing a wig given to fans as part of a promotion.
Wisconsin improved to 17-7 and will face 10th-ranked Michigan State next.

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Greg Gard, the head coach of the Wisconsin Badgers men's basketball team, celebrated after Wisconsin defeated 8th-ranked Illinois 92-90 in overtime.
The win came after a disappointing loss to Indiana, underscoring a roller-coaster stretch for the Badgers.
Gard lightened the moment by poking fun at Illinois fans and wearing a wig given to fans as part of a promotion.
Wisconsin improved to 17-7 and will face 10th-ranked Michigan State next.