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Questionable against Michigan Blackwell (undisclosed) is questionable for Wisconsin's road tilt with Michigan, Jeff Potrykus of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

Impact Blackwell has been a revelation for Wisconsin basketball, even as a freshman. He already averages 17.7 minutes, 8.1 points, 3.3 rebounds and shoots a whopping 50 percent from three. It's unclear why the guard is questionable, but his absence would be a definite blow to a Badgers team that's already without backup point guard Kamari McGee. If Blackwell can't play, expect Connor Essegian's minutes to increase.

FEBRUARY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Efficient in win Blackwell produced 12 points (5-8 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT) and three rebounds across 19 minutes during Saturday's 88-72 win over Nebraska.

Impact Blackwell continues to get involved for the Badgers, posting 12 points and three rebounds in a win over the Cornhuskers. The 6-foot-4 freshman has averaged 9.2 points, 3.9 rebounds and 0.5 steals on 18.9 minutes per game in his first collegiate season. Blackwell has been a pleasant surprise this season, but with Connor Essegian starting to get more involved, Blackwell may see his role diminished slightly moving forward.

JANUARY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Continues to shine Blackwell notched 17 points (6-12 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds and two assists across 26 minutes during Saturday's 98-73 loss to Arizona.

Impact Blackwell led the Badgers with 17 points during Saturday's blowout loss at the hands of Arizona, adding on seven rebounds in the contest as well. The 6-foot-4 freshman continues to look like the real deal off the Badgers' bench, averaging 9.9 points, 3.6 rebounds and 0.6 steals on 18.2 minutes per game. While Blackwell is unlikely to enter the starting lineup amidst a backcourt including Chucky Hepburn, Max Klesmit and Connor Essegian, the two-time Big Ten Freshman of the Week will continue to see a heavy dose of minutes off the bench.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains involved in win Blackwell finished with 10 points (2-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 6-6 FT), four rebounds and one assist across 20 minutes during Tuesday's 70-57 victory over Michigan State.

Impact Blackwell saw 20 minutes of action during Wisconsin's wire-to-wire win over MSU on Tuesday, closing with 10 points and four rebounds in the contest. The 6-foot-4 freshman has seen a healthy dose of minutes early on for Wisconsin, averaging 9.1 points and 3.2 rebounds on 17.3 minutes per game in his first collegiate season (nine appearances). Despite his success in the role, when Connor Essegian is able to return to a full workload, Blackwell will likely see a role reduction for Wisconsin.

DECEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wisconsin's John Blackwell finds Nolan Winter who throws down a vicious alley-oop dunk

Wisconsin's John Blackwell finds Nolan Winter who throws down a vicious alley-oop dunk

NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

Scores 18 in win Blackwell supplied 18 points (4-5 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 8-10 FT), two rebounds, one assist and two steals in 18 minutes during Friday's 78-68 win over Robert Morris.

Impact Blackwell finished tied for a team-high 18 points across just 18 minutes of action as Wisconsin took down Robert Morris. The 6-foot-4 freshman has been a spark off the bench for the Badgers to open the 2023 season, averaging 10.3 points, 2.8 rebounds and 0.8 steals on 16.8 minutes per game. Blackwell has jumped out to a fast start with the Badgers, and he will look to continue building upon his productive start during Monday's matchup with Virginia.

NOVEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides boost in loss Blackwell ended with 11 points (5-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt) and five rebounds over 25 minutes during Tuesday's 72-59 loss to Providence.

Impact Blackwell converted 5-of-10 shots from the field, finishing with 11 points and five rebounds in a game where it appeared there was a lid on the rim for the Badgers (21-of-62 FG as a team). The 6-foot-4 freshman has brought energy off the bench for a struggling Badgers squad, but he remains firmly behind the more experienced members of Wisconsin's backcourt.

NOVEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

12 points in collegiate debut Blackwell recorded 12 points (3-3 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 5-7 FT), four rebounds and one steal over 15 minutes during Monday's 105-76 win over Arkansas State.

Impact Blackwell made an impact during his limited action Monday, finishing with 12 points and four rebounds during Wisconsin's 105-76 win over the Red Wolves. The 6-foot-4 freshman was a three-star recruit in the class of 2023, and although he is unlikely to play a major role this season, he showcased his potential in the Badgers' season debut.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE