Wisconsin head coach Greg Gard expressed frustration over the circumstances surrounding the Badgers' 74-70 loss to Indiana on Tuesday night. The game was marred by an unusual incident when a fire alarm went off with 10:06 left in the second half and the score tied, leading to an evacuation of the arena and a halt in play. The interruption disrupted Wisconsin's momentum, and despite a close battle in the final minutes, Indiana managed to secure a 72-70 lead with a crucial layup by Malik Reneau. Gard criticized the timing of the stoppage, suggesting that it favored Indiana, saying, "It was a great timeout for whoever from Indiana pulled the fire alarm cause we were making a run."

Wisconsin had a chance to win the game despite the setback but was ultimately unable to overcome an early 15-point deficit, marking their sixth loss in eight games. This defeat has pushed the Badgers outside the top four in the Big Ten standings, highlighting broader issues facing the team. Gard's postgame demeanor reflected his discontent with the situation, as he questioned the timing of events and the impact on his team's performance.