MADISON, Wis. — The The Wisconsin women's basketball team (10-7, 1-5 B1G) stays at the Kohl Center for a home match up against the No. 9 Ohio State Buckeyes (16-0, 5-0 B1G). Tip-off is set for 8:00 p.m. (CT) on Jan. 16, with the game streaming on Peacock and broadcast on 1070 AM and the iHeartRadio app.

Here are five things to know before the Badgers face the Buckeyes:

1. A GLANCE AT THE SEASON: The Badgers have faced a challenging start in Big Ten play, competing against some of the conference's toughest opponents. Their win over Rutgers highlights their potential, and their recent battle with Maryland showcased their resilience, nearly tying the game in the third quarter against a ranked opponent. Wisconsin is determined to build momentum and make a strong push as the conference season unfolds.

2. LAST TIME OUT: The Badgers showed resilience despite an 83-68 home loss to Maryland, their second at home this season. After a strong start by the Terrapins, Wisconsin closed a 17-point halftime deficit to just two points by the end of the third quarter. However, a late 14-0 Maryland run sealed the game. Junior guard Lily Krahn shone with career highs in points (16), three-pointers (5), and field goals made. The Badgers shot 41.5% overall, 37.5% from three, and 71.4% from the free-throw line, showcasing their potential despite the setback.

3. SCOUTING THE BUCKEYES: Ohio State enters this game with an unblemished 16-0 record, ranking No. 9 in the nation and currently sitting at 5-0 in Big Ten play. The Buckeyes are coming off a 77-63 victory over Rutgers, where they continued their high-scoring dominance. Under the leadership of head coach Kevin McGuff, Ohio State has been a force on both ends of the floor. Offensively, the Buckeyes are averaging a staggering 85.1 points per game, one of the highest totals in the country. They also dominate on the glass, pulling down 38.9 rebounds per game.

 4. HISTORY WITH OHIO STATE: The Badgers trail the all-time series 55-18 but aim to secure their first win over the Buckeyes since a thrilling 75-70 victory in 2021.

5. LOOKING AHEAD: After the Ohio State contest, the team will travel to Lincoln, Nebraska, to take on the Cornhuskers on Monday, January 20. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. (CT). The game will be streamed live on Big Ten Network and broadcast on 1070 AM and the iHeartRadio app.