The annual men's basketball rivalry game between Marquette University and the University of Wisconsin is scheduled for December 5, 2026, in Milwaukee. This matchup has been a staple of college basketball since the 1984-85 season, with Marquette holding the home game rights. Wisconsin leads the all-time series with 72 wins to Marquette's 60. Recent years have seen Wisconsin winning four of the last five games, although Marquette claimed victory in their last encounter at Fiserv Forum in 2024 with a score of 88-74. Both teams are preparing for the upcoming season with significant roster changes, as Wisconsin lost four starters to graduation or the transfer portal, while Marquette aims to improve after a challenging 12-20 season. The rivalry is noted for its intensity, although it often goes unrecognized in national discussions about top college basketball rivalries.