3 quick takeaways from Badgers win over Denver: An uncharacteristic shooting night

The Wisconsin Badgers secured a 75-68 victory over the Denver Pioneers in their season opener. Despite entering as 25.5-point favorites, the Badgers struggled with shooting from beyond the arc and at the free-throw line. Only two players, Braeden Carrington and Nolan Winter, managed to hit more than one three-pointer each, while the rest of the team combined for just three successful attempts from deep.

Furthermore, the Badgers' free-throw shooting was abysmal, going 7 of 18, which significantly impacted the close nature of the game. The team's depth was evident as they played 11 players in the first half, with Avery Rapp recording the most minutes. However, the Badgers' relaxed play in the second half led to Denver's 20-7 run, cutting the lead to just four points.

In conclusion, while the Badgers displayed some promising signs, there are several areas to address for improvement, particularly in shooting accuracy, defensive execution, and free-throw consistency.