WATCH: Greg Gard on why Brad Davison is ‘one of the best leaders’ he has ever been around

As Wisconsin basketball gets ready for a season where youngsters will take center stage, one senior returner is helping to lead the way. Brad Davison, who is back for his fifth and final year in Madison, is a lone Wisconsin veteran alongside a number of younger players in the Badger backcourt.

During Big Ten media day, head coach Greg Gard had high praise for his senior leader’s ability to connect with the team, bring energy to practice every single day, and above all lead. Gard called him “one of the best leaders” he has ever been around during Friday’s press conference. Here is a look at his full answer surrounding Davison and his impact on the team heading into the year: