OMAHA, NE.-- Wisconsin won, but Josh Akognon was the show tonight.

Cal State Fullerton's Junior spark-plug did a lot of shakin' and bakin' and went off for 31 points, but didn't have enough talent around him as the Badgers take the last game of the day here in The O, 71-56.

(That look of concern on Wisconsin Coach Bo Ryan's face is there because he knows if Udub plays like it did tonight against K-State on Saturday, they'll be starting their off-season Sunday.)

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Posted by Eric Sorenson at 11:59 PM | Permalink | Comments (1)

OMAHA, NE.-- Cal State Fullerton's Frank Robinson committed his fifth foul at the nine-minute mark and that could signal an end for the Titan hopes.

(Robinson was the second leading scorer for CSUF before fouling out)

Right now, Wisconsin holds a 56-45 lead with just under eight minutes remaining in the game. But Josh Akognon is still putting on a show, leading the Titans in scoring with 22 points. But Wisconsin is like a snake slowly squeezing the life out of them. Brian Butch still leads Wisky's balanced attack with 12 points and seven rebounds.

Posted by Eric Sorenson at 11:30 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

OMAHA, NE.-- Intense backing of screaming fans wills Udub back ahead 35-31.

Trevon Hughes just went slashing through the lane, put up a layup, got fouled by Frank Robinson and came crashing down to the floor. Every single Big Red fan flew to their feet and pumped their fists at once. This game is intense man. Intense.

Posted by Eric Sorenson at 11:02 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

OMAHA, NE.-- Cal State Fullerton led early, fell behind, then rallied to pull within two at the break. It's Wisconsin 30-28 as the Titan dance girls hit the floor.

Josh Akognon is mostly the story for the Titans, garnering 12 points and ducking inside to grab five rebounds (yes, a 5'11" guard is the top rebounder in the game).

For being such a human bruise, Scott Cutley has had a quiet game so far with just five points and two rebounds.

Wisconsin has dictated the pace, but still has only a two point lead. The Badgers are hitting just 38% of their shots, but hold a 21-17 rebounding edge. 6'11" Brian Butch has just two rebounds and leads the Badgers with eight points on the night.

Most surprising stat? Cal State Fullerton, a team that doesn't start anyone taller than 6'5" has outscored the Badgers 16-14 in the paint.

Posted by Eric Sorenson at 10:39 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

OMAHA, NE.-- This might be a moment to keep in mind, but Brian Butch made a driving layup to help Wisconsin finally wrestle the lead away from Fullerton at 17-16.

This may be one of those things where it's a lead they take for good. Just a guess on my part.

Posted by Eric Sorenson at 10:11 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

OMAHA, NE.-- Dear Wisconsin, don't fall asleep on Fullerton here.

Right now it's 13-8 CSUF at the 15 minute mark after a three-point rainbow from Josh Akognon.

I can't imagine it's going to last, so let's enjoy this while we can.

Posted by Eric Sorenson at 10:01 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)