MIKE LUCAS Senior Writer

MADISON, Wis. — UWBadgers.com Senior Writer Mike Lucas offered his observations after No. 9 Wisconsin scored a 69-51 win over Chicago State on Thursday at the Kohl Center.

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A reawakening. In a 56-37 game, Ethan Happ (who had only 2 pts) didn't stop hustling & forced inbounds turnover leading to some easy baskets

— Mike Lucas (@LucasAtLarge) November 18, 2016

D'Mitrik Trice checked all the boxes. Worked smoothly in tandem with Koenig who got to play off the ball. Also showed chemistry with Iverson

— Mike Lucas (@LucasAtLarge) November 18, 2016

Fans were rubbing their eyes after Gard unveiled zone in closing minutes with subs. Why not expand the arsenal? Might need it at some point

— Mike Lucas (@LucasAtLarge) November 18, 2016

By concentrating on defense & rebounding Khalil Iverson assumed preferred role. Scoring on put-backs & dunks was by-product of his activity

— Mike Lucas (@LucasAtLarge) November 18, 2016

Getting a few fouls mite have gotten Charles Thomas more engaged. Hit glass-got to line. Part of bench that outscored starters 18-14 in 1stH

— Mike Lucas (@LucasAtLarge) November 18, 2016