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Wisconsin just got DEMOLISHED by Nebraska — so the big question is: should Badger fans be concerned??

On this episode of THE BREW, Matt and Mike Bruesewitz break down what really happened in the 90–60 loss, our concern level, and if this game changes our thoughts on their ceiling.

We cover the areas Wisconsin MUST improve, what Nebraska exposed, and try to find a single silver lining.

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The Brew with Mike Bruesewitz is back — and this time we’re breaking down what we’ve learned from the first three games of the Wisconsin Badgers’ season.

In this early-season predictions episode, we analyze who looks poised for the biggest jump, who’s emerging as the most reliable bucket, who THE GUY really is, and which player Wisconsin simply cannot afford to lose. We also look at the team’s biggest question mark moving forward and who has the most NBA upside on the roster.

If you’re a Badger hoops fan, this episode is packed with insights you won’t get anywhere else. Drop your own early-season predictions in the comments — and subscribe for more Badger content!

Timestamps:

00:00 Catching Up With Mike

02:36 Who Will Take the Biggest Jump?

05:05 Who is the Most Reliable Bucket?

06:45 Who is THE GUY?

09:15 Defensive MVP

10:58 Who Wisconsin Can’t Afford to Lose

12:45 Biggest Question Mark Moving Forward

14:45 Highest NBA Upside

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John Blackwell, Nolan Winter, Nick Boyd, Austin Rapp, Andrew Rohde, Wisconsin Basketball

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Wisconsin handled Ball State — but this one told us a lot about what’s new in Madison. Mike and Matt break down Nolan Winter’s breakout performance (19 points, 10 boards, 3 blocks in 20 minutes), what Greg Gard’s new rotations mean, and how this team’s freedom from three is changing everything. We also hit: –

Where Nolan Winter’s ceiling really is – Early takes on Carter, Rohde, and Blackwell – Why Gard’s experimenting with minutes and pace might finally be working – Plus: “Who Wins 1v1” and a quick Pro vs Joe segment

New energy, new faces, same Brew attitude.

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John Blackwell, Nolan Winter, Nick Boyd, Austin Rapp, Andrew Rohde Wisconsin Basketball 2025, Badgers vs Campbell Recap

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Nick Boyd goes OFF — are Boyd & Blackwell the backcourt Wisconsin’s been waiting for? THE BREW is back as Matt and Mike break down Wisconsin’s 97–72 win over Northern Illinois!

We dive into Boyd’s breakout performance, Boyd and Blackwell as a potentially ELITE backcourt duo for the Badgers, and what are the BIGGEST KEYS to Wisconsin reaching its ceiling this season. Plus, the guys react to fans making an Andrew Rohde and Sam Dekker comparison.

Timestamps:

00:00 Wisconsin vs Northern Illinois Recap

02:30 Nick Boyd & John Blackwell

05:40 Wisconsin’s Biggest Keys to Reach Ceiling

10:32 Andrew Rohde Next Sam Dekker?

11:20 LeBron James & NIU Beating Wisconsin?

13:00 Jack Janicki 19:05 Over/Under 6 Seed?

20:12 Boyd to Have Career Year?

21:50 Closing Notes

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John Blackwell, Nolan Winter, Nick Boyd, Austin Rapp, Andrew Rohde Wisconsin Basketball 2025, Badgers vs Campbell Recap

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The Brew is back with a loaded episode of BOLD Predictions for the 2025-26 Wisconsin Badgers basketball season!

We break down what seed range fans should expect, debate whether Greg Gard can make a Final Four run, and analyze Austin Rapp’s high ceiling alongside what could go wrong this year. We also take a nostalgic trip back to Ben Brust’s ICONIC shot vs Michigan, sharing behind-the-scenes stories that every Badger fan will love.

This episode has laughs, insights, and all the takes you don’t want to miss. Drop your bold prediction in the comments and subscribe for more weekly Badger content!

Timestamps:

00:00 Better or Worse Than a 6 Seed?

02:35 BOLD Predictions

04:15 Can Greg Gard Make a Final Four?

10:55 What Can Go Wrong?

12:30 Reminiscing on Ben Brust's Shot vs Michigan

19:15 Austin Rapp’s HIGH Ceiling

25:15 Mike on Improving After College

30:20 Utah Badgers G-League Team

30:40 Mike vs D3 Influencer

32:28 Who Has Been Gard’s Best Player?

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Mike Bruesewitz joins The Brew to break down Wisconsin’s 69-53 exhibition win over UW-Platteville — a game that was rough... Were the Badgers struggles a sign of what is to come or was this just a sleepy performance against a D3 school?

We talk Nolan Winter’s growing pains, Austin Rapp’s flashes, and the difference between facing D3 competition vs D1 expectations. Subscribe for weekly Badger hoops breakdowns — The Brew is just heating up.

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Mike Bruesewitz joins The Brew for the State of the Union address on Wisconsin basketball! We break down Friday’s 1-point exhibition loss to Oklahoma, Nolan Winter’s growing pains (still buying the hype?), Nick Boyd’s lefty takeover, and why he might be irreplaceable. Plus, our biggest concerns heading into the season and the debut of Pros Questions for the Joe! One-point game, five days later — where do the red & white stand?

Drop your verdict below! Like, subscribe, and hit the bell for your unfiltered Badger fix with Mike Bruesewitz!

Timestamps:

00:00 Mike’s Reaction to Wisconsin vs Oklahoma

01:08 Nolan Winter Struggles

07:15 Nick Boyd is LEFT-HANDED

12:02 Our Concerns With The Team

17:33 Nick Boyd is Irreplaceable

20:35 Pros Questions For the Joe (New Segment)

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Former Wisconsin Badger Mike Bruesewitz is back for The Brew! We dive into the explosive Red-White scrimmage and debate WHO Greg Gard should start for the Badgers this season. Plus, we preview the squad’s potential, break down Austin Rapp’s role, unpack the preseason grind, and more. Don’t miss the hottest Wisconsin basketball takes! Like, subscribe, and hit the bell for your weekly Badger hoops fix with Mike Bruesewitz!

Timestamps:

00:00 Red-White Scrimmage Reaction

01:32 Nick Boyd’s Breakout Potential

02:16 Austin Rapp Breakdown

04:00 Who Should Start for Wisconsin?

11:55 Greg Gard’s Coaching Evolution

16:32 Preseason Grind with Mike

21:31 NBA-FBI Drama Reaction

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