Wisconsin Badgers vs Iowa Hawkeyes predictions, Feb 22, 2026

Feb 22, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

NCAA College Basketball, on Sunday,

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The upcoming NCAA basketball clash between the Wisconsin Badgers and the Iowa Hawkeyes promises to be an intriguing encounter on February 22, 2026, as they face off at Wisconsin’s home court. Both teams find themselves in a strong position, having each won 3 of their last 5 matches, indicating a level of consistency that adds to the competitiveness of the matchup.

The Badgers have demonstrated a solid home-court advantage, and their odds reflect a slight preference from bookmakers, sitting at 1.61 for a home win. This is likely due to their ability to foster a strong defensive strategy, which has served them well in previous matchups. Wisconsin’s efforts to control the pace of the game and execute effective half-court sets could be pivotal in this contest.

On the other hand, the Hawkeyes, with odds of 2.13, come into the game with their own strengths, particularly in transition offense and perimeter shooting. Their recent form indicates that they are more than capable of pulling off an upset.

With our model predicting a 52.6% chance of a home win against a 47.4% probability for an away victory, this matchup stands to be closely contested, with no guaranteed outcomes. Basketball fans can expect a game that showcases the tactical prowess and competitive spirit of both teams.

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Wisconsin
57%		 Iowa
43%

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Betting Odds

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Pinnacle 1.61 2.13

Latest Results

17.02.26 Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – Wisconsin Badgers basketball – 86:69
13.02.26 Wisconsin Badgers basketball – Michigan State Spartans basketball – 92:71
10.02.26 Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – Wisconsin Badgers basketball – 90:92 OT
07.02.26 Indiana Hoosiers basketball – Wisconsin Badgers basketball – 78:77 OT
31.01.26 Wisconsin Badgers basketball – Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – 92:82		 17.02.26 Iowa Hawkeyes basketball – Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – 57:52
14.02.26 Iowa Hawkeyes basketball – Purdue Boilermakers basketball – 57:78
11.02.26 Maryland Terrapins basketball – Iowa Hawkeyes basketball – 77:70
08.02.26 Iowa Hawkeyes basketball – Northwestern Wildcats basketball – 76:70
04.02.26 Washington Huskies basketball – Iowa Hawkeyes basketball – 74:84

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Wisconsin won 4.
  • Both teams are showing inconsistent performances lately.
  • Wisconsin may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • The probability of winning is almost the same for both teams in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Wisconsin won 13 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 1480:1369. (average 74:68.5).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Wisconsin won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 691:589. (average 76.8:65.4).

    Latest Head To Head

    08.02.25 Iowa Hawkeyes basketball – Wisconsin Badgers basketball – 63:74
    03.01.25 Wisconsin Badgers basketball – Iowa Hawkeyes basketball – 116:85
    17.02.24 Iowa Hawkeyes basketball – Wisconsin Badgers basketball – 88:86 OT
    02.01.24 Wisconsin Badgers basketball – Iowa Hawkeyes basketball – 83:72
    22.02.23 Wisconsin Badgers basketball – Iowa Hawkeyes basketball – 64:52

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 4.25 (17.71%)

    2. Arizona Wildcats: 5.5 (13.68%)

    3. Duke Blue Devils: 7.5 (10.03%)

    4. Houston Cougars: 8 (9.41%)

    5. Iowa State: 13 (5.79%)

    6. Florida Gators: 14 (5.38%)

    7. Illinois Fighting Illini: 14 (5.38%)

    8. Connecticut Huskies: 17 (4.43%)

    9. Purdue Boilermakers: 26 (2.89%)

    10. Kansas Jayhawks: 31 (2.43%)

    11. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 41 (1.84%)

    12. Michigan State: 51 (1.48%)

    13. Arkansas Razorbacks: 51 (1.48%)

    14. St. Johns Red Storm: 51 (1.48%)

    15. Tennessee Volunteers: 67 (1.12%)

    16. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 67 (1.12%)

    17. Louisville: 67 (1.12%)

    18. Vanderbilt Commodores: 67 (1.12%)

    19. Alabama Crimson Tide: 67 (1.12%)

    20. Virginia Cavaliers: 81 (0.93%)

    21. North Carolina: 101 (0.75%)

    22. Wisconsin Badgers: 126 (0.6%)

    23. Clemson: 126 (0.6%)

    24. Brigham Young: 126 (0.6%)

    25. Kentucky Wildcats: 126 (0.6%)

    26. Iowa Hawkeyes: 151 (0.5%)

    27. St. Louis Billikens: 151 (0.5%)

    28. NC State: 151 (0.5%)

    29. Texas Tech: 201 (0.37%)

    30. UCF Knights: 201 (0.37%)

    31. Texas A&M: 201 (0.37%)

    32. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.3%)

    33. Indiana Hoosiers: 251 (0.3%)

    34. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.3%)

    35. Auburn Tigers: 251 (0.3%)

    36. Miami (FL): 251 (0.3%)

    37. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.3%)

    38. UCLA: 251 (0.3%)

    39. Ohio State Buckeyes: 351 (0.21%)

    40. Georgia Bulldogs: 351 (0.21%)

    41. USC Trojans: 351 (0.21%)

    42. Virginia Tech: 501 (0.15%)

    43. Baylor Bears: 501 (0.15%)

    44. Seton Hall Pirates: 501 (0.15%)

    45. New Mexico: 501 (0.15%)

    46. San Diego State: 501 (0.15%)

    47. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.15%)

    48. Missouri Tigers: 751 (0.1%)

    49. Santa Clara: 751 (0.1%)

    50. Miami (Ohio): 751 (0.1%)

    51. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.08%)

    52. TCU: 1001 (0.08%)

    53. West Virginia: 1001 (0.08%)

    54. Oklahoma Sooners: 1001 (0.08%)

    55. Stanford Cardinal: 1001 (0.08%)

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