How Wisconsin Shocked College Basketball: Mike Kelley on the Final Four Run

Former Wisconsin Badger Mike Kelley joins Butchie in The Den for a deep dive into Wisconsin basketball history, the foundation of the program, and what made those Badger teams so special. Butchie and Mike talk about the legacy of Dick Bennett, the five pillars that helped shape Wisconsin basketball, the culture that carried from Bennett to Bo Ryan to Greg Gard, and why wearing the Wisconsin jersey still means something today. Mike also looks back on the 2000 Final Four run, the locker room bond that made that team different, the first NCAA Tournament win over Fresno State, the upset over Arizona, and how John Bryant’s play helped lift Wisconsin to another level. Plus, Mike shares stories from his playing days, why he keeps coming back to Badger games, what he thinks of today’s program, his thoughts on Wisconsin’s style of play, and a rapid-fire round covering his favorite memories, toughest matchups, favorite teammates, Big Ten road arenas, Wisconsin golf courses, Culver’s, cheese curds, defense, toughness, and more. Drop your thoughts in the comments: What’s your favorite memory from Wisconsin’s 2000 Final Four run? And which former Badger should Butchie bring into The Den next? Follow Butchie’s Den: X: @brian_butch32 TikTok:   / brian_butch32   Instagram:   / brian_butch32   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3h0MFGi... #ButchiesDen #MikeKelley #Badgers #WisconsinBasketball #BadgerHoops