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Badgers jump to No. 7 in KenPom after blowout win over Washington

The Wisconsin Badgers had a major 88-62 victory over the Washington Huskies on Tuesday, bouncing back in the win column after a disappointing loss to the Oregon Ducks over the weekend.

Wisconsin needed to respond well after their finish against the Ducks, and they came along strong against Washington, leading for the final 36:55 after a slow start.

John Blackwell was the answer on Tuesday, scoring 19 first-half points and finishing the game with 24 to lead a Badgers offense that shot over 50 percent from the field and had an efficient 1.