Wisconsin Badgers vs Nebraska Cornhuskers Prediction and Picks - December 10, 2025
Use Code WWWC Wednesday evening BIg 10 college hoops action, and we have a Wisconsin vs Nebraska prediction ready to rock and roll. The Badgers come in off a 96-76 destruction of Marquette to move to 7-2 on the season. Nebraska is a perfect 9-0 on the year so far and they come in off a 71-50 home win over Creighton. These teams split the two meetings last year. Continue reading to see our Wisconsin vs Nebraska prediction.
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Badgers Clip Wings Of Golden Eagles
Wisconsin’s most recent game was a 96–76 win over Marquette on December 6, where John Blackwell erupted for 30 points, hitting six threes and going 8‑for‑10 at the free‑throw line. The Badgers controlled the contest from start to finish, leading by double digits for the final 26 minutes, and showed off their offensive firepower with balanced scoring and efficient ball movement. It was their second straight win after opening Big Ten play with an 85–73 victory over Northwestern, and the performance pushed them to 7–2 overall heading into this matchup with Nebraska.
Offensively, Wisconsin has been one of the most productive teams in the country, averaging 87.9 points per game while shooting 45.3% from the field. They rank among the nation’s leaders in three‑point attempts, hitting 11.3 triples per game at a 34.3% clip, and they’re elite at the free‑throw line (80.1%, 5th nationally). Blackwell (21.0 PPG) and Nick Boyd (20.2 PPG) form a dynamic backcourt duo, while Nolan Winter nearly averages a double‑double at 13.1 points and 9.8 rebounds. Their ability to spread the floor and punish defenses from deep has made them difficult to contain.
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Defensively, Wisconsin allows 73.8 points per game, and while opponents shoot 43.8%, the Badgers force 12.9 turnovers per game and limit second‑chance opportunities with strong rebounding (38.8 boards per game). Andrew Rohde has been a steady playmaker, averaging 2.6 assists, while Winter and Austin Rapp provide size inside. The Badgers’ defensive numbers aren’t elite, but their pace and scoring cushion often mask lapses. Against Nebraska’s balanced attack, Wisconsin will need to tighten up on the perimeter and avoid foul trouble to stay in control.
Cornhuskers Look To Remain Perfect
Nebraska’s most recent game was a 71–50 win over Creighton on December 7, where Rienk Mast scored 20 points and Sam Hoiberg added 15. The Cornhuskers jumped out to a 15–2 lead in the opening minutes, held Creighton to just 44% shooting, and never looked back. The victory extended their winning streak to 13 games dating back to last season and improved them to 9–0, marking their best start since 1977.
Offensively, Nebraska averages 83.2 points per game while shooting 47.6% from the field, one of the more efficient marks in the Big Ten. They knock down 11.1 threes per game at a 34.8% clip, with Pryce Sandfort (15.8 PPG) and Mast (18.1 PPG, 6.1 RPG) leading the charge. Braden Frager adds 11.6 points per game, while Hoiberg contributes across the board with nearly five rebounds and four assists per contest. The Cornhuskers share the ball well, ranking 31st nationally in assists (18.6 per game), and their depth has allowed them to sustain scoring runs even when their stars sit.
Defensively, Nebraska has been stout, holding opponents to 67.9 points per game and just 37.9% shooting from the field. They rebound effectively (38.6 per game) and limit opponents from deep (30.2% from three), making them one of the tougher defensive units in the conference. Berke Buyuktuncel has been a presence inside with 6.9 rebounds per game, while Hoiberg and Jamarques Lawrence provide perimeter defense. Against Wisconsin’s high‑octane offense, Nebraska’s ability to contest threes and control the glass will be critical if they want to extend their unbeaten run.
Wisconsin vs Nebraska Pick
Wisconsin vs Nebraska Spread Pick
- Winsconsin +1.5 (4 Units)
Wisconsin looks like a solid play catching points here, especially with the way they’ve been scoring. Their most recent outing was a 96–76 win over Marquette on December 6, where John Blackwell dropped 30 points and the Badgers shot over 50% from the field. They’ve now won two straight, including an 85–73 victory over Northwestern, and their offense has been humming at 87.9 points per game with elite free‑throw shooting (80.1%, 5th nationally) and strong rebounding (38.8 boards per game). With Blackwell and Nick Boyd combining for over 40 points per game, plus Nolan Winter nearly averaging a double‑double, Wisconsin has the firepower to keep pace with anyone.
Nebraska, meanwhile, is undefeated after a 71–50 win over Creighton on December 7, but this is a spot where their efficiency will be tested. The Cornhuskers average 83.2 points per game and shoot 47.6%, yet they rely heavily on Rienk Mast and Pryce Sandfort for scoring. Wisconsin’s perimeter defense has held opponents to 35.1% from three, and their ability to stretch the floor with 11.3 made threes per game gives them a stylistic edge. Nebraska has been strong defensively, allowing just 67.9 points per game, but Wisconsin’s balanced attack and elite free‑throw shooting should keep them within striking distance. Getting +1.5 points with a team that’s proven it can score in bunches makes the Badgers a live underdog in this matchup.
Wisconsin vs Nebraska Over/Under Pick
- Under 156 (5 Units)
The Under 156 looks like the right angle in Wisconsin–Nebraska given how both teams have been trending. Wisconsin’s most recent outing was a 96–76 win over Marquette on December 6, and while the Badgers average 87.9 points per game, they also hold opponents to 73.8 points with solid rebounding and pace control. Nebraska, meanwhile, just beat Creighton 71–50 on December 7, and their defense has been one of the best in the Big Ten, limiting opponents to 67.9 points per game on 37.9% shooting. Both teams can score, but Nebraska’s ability to slow tempo and Wisconsin’s defensive rebounding suggest this matchup won’t turn into a track meet. With two disciplined, physical squads, the number at 156 feels inflated, making the Under a strong play.
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