Klesmit, with a turn-around jumper and a 3-pointer, scored the first five points for Wisconsin, keeping the Badger offense afloat. But still, with 14:40 remaining in the game, Wisconsin trailed 44-35 and needed a boost. After a Tonje three cut the deficit to six, in came Gilmore to save Wisconsin.

Wisconsin basketball slipped in the AP Poll after a 1-1 week included a road loss to Maryland and a triumph over Northwestern