Lucas' Five Takes: Wisconsin vs. Xavier

Mike Lucas gives his thoughts on the Badgers' dramatic win

Men's Basketball March 20, 2016 Mike Lucas

Lucas' Five Takes: Wisconsin vs. Xavier

Mike Lucas gives his thoughts on the Badgers' dramatic win

Senior Writer Mike Lucas offered his observations from Wisconsin's dramatic 66-63 win over Xavier to advance to the Sweet 16. Get it straight from the source by following @LucasAtLarge on Twitter.

A team hardened by early season losses & strengthened by road wins at Maryland & Iowa had more resolve & poise under pressure than elite foe
— Mike Lucas (@LucasAtLarge) March 21, 2016

When offense struggled Bronson Koenig stayed course. Trusted scorer's instincts. Kept faith. Never shied from moment; none bigger than this
— Mike Lucas (@LucasAtLarge) March 21, 2016

Bench points weren't overwhelming but contributions were. Jordan Hill, Charlie Thomas, Khalil Iverson, Alex Illikainen played a role in win
— Mike Lucas (@LucasAtLarge) March 21, 2016

Zak Showalter drew toughest assignment: Edmond Sumner. Knew favored going right. Baited him. Took charge. UW celebrates such unselfish plays
— Mike Lucas (@LucasAtLarge) March 21, 2016

Felt was a successful season just getting to Dance. Advancing to Sweet 16 by beating No. 2 seed puts it over the top. No sense stopping now
— Mike Lucas (@LucasAtLarge) March 21, 2016

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Players Mentioned

#3 Zak Showalter: G; 6' 2"; Redshirt Junior

#11 Jordan Hill: G; 6' 3"; Redshirt Sophomore

#15 Charles Thomas, IV: F; 6' 8"; Freshman

#21 Khalil Iverson: G/F; 6' 5"; Freshman

#24 Bronson Koenig: G; 6' 4"; Junior

#25 Alex Illikainen: F; 6' 9"; Freshman

Players Mentioned

#3 Zak Showalter
: 6' 2"; Redshirt Junior
: G

#11 Jordan Hill
: 6' 3"; Redshirt Sophomore
: G

#15 Charles Thomas, IV
: 6' 8"; Freshman
: F

#21 Khalil Iverson
: 6' 5"; Freshman
: G/F

#24 Bronson Koenig
: 6' 4"; Junior
: G

#25 Alex Illikainen
: 6' 9"; Freshman
: F

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