WI Sports HeroicsWI Sports Heroics

    Subscribe to Updates

    Get the latest creative news from FooBar about art, design and business.

    What's Hot
    Green Bay Packers draft picks 2023

    Green Bay Packers Draft Picks In The 2023 NFL Draft

    March 21, 2023
    The Milwaukee Bucks completed the season sweep of the Portland Trailblazers.

    Best Bucks Playoff Match-ups

    March 21, 2023
    Green Bay Packers

    Report: Details Emerge On Green Bay Packers New Free Agent Signee Contract

    March 21, 2023
    Facebook Twitter Instagram
    Trending
    • Green Bay Packers Draft Picks In The 2023 NFL Draft
    • Best Bucks Playoff Match-ups
    • Report: Details Emerge On Green Bay Packers New Free Agent Signee Contract
    • Equanimeous St. Brown Has Outlandish Prediction About The Chicago Bears Season
    • Former Green Bay Packers Linebacker Signs 1-Year Deal with New Orleans Saints
    • Milwaukee Brewers: Gus Varland, A Rule-5 Draft Selection, Is Pleading His Case To Make 2023 Opening Day Roster
    • Aaron Rodgers: 1 Former Teammate “Hurt” by Desire to Play for Jets; Takes Credit for Talking Him Out of Retirement
    • Milwaukee Brewers: Willy Adames And Freddy Peralta React To Luis Urias Home Run In World Baseball Classic
    • About Us
    • Contact Us
    • Mark Mayfield
    • Our Writers
    • Store
    Facebook Twitter Instagram
    WI Sports HeroicsWI Sports Heroics
    SUBSCRIBE FOR FREE
    • Packers
      • Aaron Rodgers News
      • Packers News
      • Packers Rumors
      • Packers History
    • Bucks
      • Giannis Antetokounmpo News
      • Bucks News
      • Bucks Rumors
    • Brewers
      • Brewers News
      • Brewers Rumors
    • Badgers
      • Wisconsin Badgers Football
      • Wisconsin Badgers Basketball
      • Wisconsin Badgers Women’s Basketball
      • Wisconsin Badgers Volleyball
      • Wisconsin Badgers Hockey
      • Wisconsin Badgers Wrestling
    • Marquette
      • Marquette Basketball
    • Draft
      • 2023 NFL Draft Big Board & Scouting Reports
      • 2023 NFL Mock Drafts
    • Milkmen
      • Milwaukee Milkmen News
      • Milwaukee Milkmen Rumors
    • Podcasts
      • CheeseDads Sports
      • Packers Podcast
      • Wickett On Wisconsin
    • Fantasy
    • NFL
    WI Sports HeroicsWI Sports Heroics
    Home»Sports»Wisconsin Badgers»Wisconsin Badgers Fans Have Harsh Criticism for Chucky Hepburn Following Loss to Nebraska
    Wisconsin Badgers

    Wisconsin Badgers Fans Have Harsh Criticism for Chucky Hepburn Following Loss to Nebraska

    Robin AdamsBy Robin AdamsFebruary 12, 2023Updated:March 8, 2023No Comments3 Mins Read
    Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Email
    Wisconsin Badgers fans were highly critical of Chucky Hepburn following the loss to Nebraska
    Feb 11, 2023; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Wisconsin Badgers guard Chucky Hepburn (23) dribbles against Nebraska Cornhuskers guard Jamarques Lawrence (10) in the second half at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-USA TODAY Sports
    Share
    Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Email

    The Wisconsin Badgers blew a massive lead against the Nebraska Cornhuskers on Saturday night. At one point, Wisconsin led by 17, but poor shooting and shotty defense allowed Nebraska to tie the game by the end of regulation. Sophomore guard Chucky Hepburn had a chance to win the game at the end of regulation, but settled for an ill-advised long three-pointer that rimmed out. The entire team seemed deflated by Hepburn’s decision, aside from coach Greg Gard who was absolutely livid. Wisconsin lost by ten after being outscored 12-2 in overtime.

    Wisconsin Badgers Guard Chucky Hepburn Had a Rough Game

    The Wisconsin Badgers suffered a meltdown loss to Nebraska
    Feb 11, 2023; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Wisconsin Badgers forward Carter Gilmore (14) and forward Tyler Wahl (5) lift guard Chucky Hepburn (23) up after a foul call against the Nebraska Cornhuskers in the first half at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-USA TODAY Sports

    Despite leading the team with 19 points, Hepburn had a poor night from the floor. He shot just 8-21 overall and was a woeful 3-12 from three.

    He wasn’t alone in his poor shooting performance. Freshman starter Connor Essegian had 13 points on 5-14 shooting, which included 3-10 from three.

    Wisconsin Badgers Fans Let Loose on Chucky Hepburn

    Wisconsin Badgers
    Feb 11, 2023; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; The Wisconsin Badgers bench watches action against the Nebraska Cornhuskers in the second half at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-USA TODAY Sports

    As one might expect, the passionate Wisconsin Badgers fanbase was not shy about their disappointment in the student athlete:

    “Two months ago to the date I said this lamenting the last time Wisconsin lost to Nebraska. Then, the #Badgers had an outright B1G title on the line. Today, an at-large berth in the NCAA Tournament. In both cases, Chucky Hepburn made questionable decisions in the final moments.”

    Two months ago to the date I said this lamenting the last time Wisconsin lost to Nebraska. Then, the #Badgers had an outright B1G title on the line. Today, an at-large berth in the NCAA Tournament. In both cases, Chucky Hepburn made questionable decisions in the final moments. https://t.co/AuvzZnh26D

    — Kedrick Stumbris (@KedrickStumbris) February 11, 2023

    “Chucky Hepburn hero ball…who would’ve thought”

    Chucky Hepburn hero ball…who would’ve thought

    — Jake Pluemer (@Pluemer23) February 11, 2023

    “The Wisconsin bench says it all on Chucky Hepburn’s final shot in regulation. No way that was the final play on the huddle.”

    The Wisconsin bench says it all on Chucky Hepburn’s final shot in regulation. No way that was the final play on the huddle

    — Dylan Buboltz (@DylanBuboltz) February 11, 2023

    “This is ridiculous. Greg Gard has to do something about Chucky Hepburn at the end of games. Take him off the court.”

    This is ridiculous. Greg Gard has to do something about Chucky Hepburn at the end of games. Take him off the court. #Badgers

    — Umbra Witcher (@Umbra_Witcher) February 11, 2023

    Is the Criticism Fair?

    There is no doubt that Hepburn went rogue on the final play of regulation. While some want to criticize Coach Gard for “not controlling” his player, there comes a time where a player needs to take responsibility for his own decisions. While Gard could, as one fan says above, remove Hepburn from the floor in late-game clutch situations, he cannot go onto the court himself and force Hepburn to do (or not do) anything.

    The 2022-23 basketball season has truly been a disappointment, especially after the Badgers got off to such a hot start. However, it should be noted that this is a young team that is missing an entire recruiting class. Today’s culture is very much “what have you done for me lately,” and sometimes that is a good thing. Other times, though, it neglects important facts. In this case, let us not forget Coach Gard and the Badgers have won the Big Ten in two of the past three seasons.

    While this season has not gone as fans have hoped it would, there is no reason to believe that it will not rebound in 2023-24.

    Badgers Basketball Category CTA

    For More Great Wisconsin Sports Content

    Follow me on Twitter at @theotherRobin19 and follow us @WiSportsHeroics for more great content. To read more of our articles and keep up to date on the latest in Wisconsin sports, click here!

    Chucky Hepburn Connor Essegian Greg Gard
    Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Email
    Robin Adams
    • Facebook
    • Twitter

    Robin Adams is the co-owner of Wisconsin Sports Heroics. One day, he hopes to have a beard as majestic as Tim Dillard's, be able to tell Dad jokes as well as Giannis, and have perfect eyebrows like Matt LaFleur. Robin's work for WSH has been featured on YardBarker, Bleacher Report, and MSN.

    Related Posts

    Ohio State Big Ten

    NIT Quarterfinal Preview: Wisconsin vs Oregon Ducks

    March 20, 2023
    Wisconsin Badgers women's hockey team playing against the Ohio State Buckeyes

    BREAKING: Wisconsin Badgers Women’s Hockey Wins Seventh NCAA Title

    March 19, 2023
    Chucky Penn State 3

    3 Takeaways: Wisconsin Closes Out Liberty, Advances to NIT Quarterfinals

    March 19, 2023
    Chucky Penn State 1

    NIT Tournament Preview: Wisconsin vs Liberty Flames

    March 18, 2023
    Add A Comment

    Leave A Reply Cancel Reply

    TRENDING
    Green Bay Packers draft picks 2023

    Green Bay Packers Draft Picks In The 2023 NFL Draft

    March 21, 2023
    The Milwaukee Bucks completed the season sweep of the Portland Trailblazers.

    Best Bucks Playoff Match-ups

    March 21, 2023
    Green Bay Packers

    Report: Details Emerge On Green Bay Packers New Free Agent Signee Contract

    March 21, 2023
    Equanimeous St. Brown Chicago Bears

    Equanimeous St. Brown Has Outlandish Prediction About The Chicago Bears Season

    March 21, 2023
    Green Bay Packers

    Former Green Bay Packers Linebacker Signs 1-Year Deal with New Orleans Saints

    March 21, 2023
    Feb 22, 2023; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Milwaukee Brewers relief pitcher Gus Varland (74) poses for photo day at American Family Fields. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-USA TODAY Sports

    Milwaukee Brewers: Gus Varland, A Rule-5 Draft Selection, Is Pleading His Case To Make 2023 Opening Day Roster

    March 21, 2023
    WI Sports Heroics
    Facebook Twitter
    • Contact Us
    • Advertisement
    • Privacy Policy
    • Store
    © 2023 WISportsHeroics All Rights Reserved.

    Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.