NCAAB · Final

Illinois Defeats Washington 75-66 at Home

Thursday, January 29, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · State Farm Center

Illinois Fighting Illini 75, Washington Huskies 66, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Washington Huskies vs Illinois Fighting Illini?

Illinois Fighting Illini beat Washington Huskies 75-66 at State Farm Center on January 29, 2026.

Who was favored in Washington Huskies vs Illinois Fighting Illini?

Illinois Fighting Illini were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1000 (about 91% implied). The favorite won.

The Illinois Fighting Illini secured a solid victory against the Washington Huskies, finishing the game with a score of 75-66 at the State Farm Center. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as Illinois continued its impressive home record, now standing at 19-3, while Washington's away struggles persisted, dropping their record to 11-11. Illinois has been on a remarkable run, boasting a nine-game winning streak, and their scoring average at home has been an impressive 82.3 points per game.

In their last ten games, Illinois has posted a record of 9-1, with their only loss coming against the Nebraska Cornhuskers. Their recent form has seen them score an average of 81.6 points while allowing 71.2 points in their last five games. The Fighting Illini's strong offensive performance was evident in their recent win against the Purdue Boilermakers, where they scored 88 points. In contrast, Washington has struggled with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, with their most recent victory against the Oregon Ducks, where they won 72-57. The Huskies have averaged 73.3 points scored and 73.1 points allowed in their last ten games.

Illinois has performed exceptionally well at home, with a home record of 5-1 in their last six games, while Washington has yet to secure a win in their last four away games. Their previous meeting earlier in the season resulted in a victory for Illinois, who won 81-77 against Washington.

In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but both teams have had varying lineups throughout the season which could have impacted their performances.

The betting market, as listed by DraftKings, favored Illinois significantly with a spread of -12.5, indicating strong confidence in their ability to cover the spread. The total points line was set at 153.5, with the over priced at -108.0 and the under at -112.0. Illinois was heavily favored with a moneyline of -1000.0, while Washington's moneyline was set at 650.0.

The game conditions were standard for a college basketball matchup, with both teams competing under typical indoor arena conditions. Viewers were treated to an exciting display of basketball, particularly in the second half where several key plays shifted the momentum. Notable scoring plays included a 24-foot three-point jumper from Ben Humrichous and a 26-foot three-point shot from Keaton Wagler, both of which helped Illinois maintain their lead.

In summary, Illinois showcased their strength at home, continuing their winning streak and demonstrating their offensive capabilities, while Washington remains in search of solutions to improve their away performance.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	ILL -12.5	153.5 o -108 / u -112	Washington Huskies +650 · Illinois Fighting Illini -1000

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Leaders

PointsKeaton Wagler22Illinois Fighting Illini
AssistsKeaton Wagler8Illinois Fighting Illini
ReboundsDavid Mirkovic6Illinois Fighting Illini
PointsHannes Steinbach15Washington Huskies
AssistsZoom Diallo10Washington Huskies
ReboundsHannes Steinbach12Washington Huskies

Recent form

Illinois Fighting Illini

Last 10: 9-1Streak W982.3 scored · 66.2 allowed per game5-1 at home

W88-82at Purdue BoilermakersJan 24
W89-70vs Maryland TerrapinsJan 22
W77-67vs Minnesota Golden GophersJan 17
W79-68at Northwestern WildcatsJan 15
W75-69at Iowa HawkeyesJan 11
W81-55vs Rutgers Scarlet KnightsJan 9
W73-65at Penn State Nittany LionsJan 4
W90-55vs Southern JaguarsDec 29
W91-48vs Missouri TigersDec 23
L80-83vs Nebraska CornhuskersDec 13

Washington Huskies

Last 10: 4-6Streak W173.3 scored · 73.1 allowed per game0-4 away

W72-57vs Oregon DucksJan 25
L66-76at Nebraska CornhuskersJan 22
L63-80vs Michigan State SpartansJan 17
L72-82vs Michigan WolverinesJan 15
W81-74vs Ohio State BuckeyesJan 11
L73-81at Purdue BoilermakersJan 8
L80-90at Indiana HoosiersJan 5
W74-65vs Utah UtesDec 30
W86-56vs San Diego TorerosDec 23
L66-70at Seattle U RedhawksDec 20

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Michigan	37-3	-	19-1
Nebraska	28-7	4	15-5
Michigan State	27-8	4	15-5
Illinois	28-9	4	15-5
Wisconsin	24-11	5	14-6
Purdue	30-9	6	13-7
UCLA	24-12	6	13-7
Ohio State	21-13	7	12-8
Iowa	24-13	9	10-10
Indiana	18-14	10	9-11
Minnesota	15-18	11	8-12
USC	18-14	12	7-13
Washington	16-17	12	7-13
Rutgers	14-20	13	6-14
Northwestern	15-19	14	5-15
Oregon	12-20	14	5-15
Maryland	12-21	15	4-16
Penn State	12-20	16	3-17

Box score

Stat	Washington Huskies	Illinois Fighting Illini
Field goals	26-58	27-63
Field goal %	45	43
Three-pointers	6-23	11-33
Three-point %	26	33
Free throws	8-8	10-16
Free throw %	100	63
Rebounds	34	34
Offensive rebounds	11	14
Defensive rebounds	23	20
Assists	13	13
Steals	3	4
Blocks	5	2
Turnovers	10	5
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	4	8
Fast-break points	12	1
Points in the paint	34	28
Fouls	18	12
Largest lead	7	14
Lead changes	1	1
Time in front	11	85

How the scoring went

2nd Half28-37David Mirkovic makes 7-foot jumper
2nd Half30-37Zoom Diallo makes layup
2nd Half33-37Hannes Steinbach makes 25-foot three point jumper (Zoom Diallo assists)
2nd Half33-40Tomislav Ivisic makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jake Davis assists)
2nd Half35-40Franck Kepnang makes 3-foot jumper (Zoom Diallo assists)
2nd Half35-43David Mirkovic makes 25-foot three point jumper (Keaton Wagler assists)
2nd Half37-43Bryson Tucker makes 18-foot jumper
2nd Half37-44Keaton Wagler makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half37-45Keaton Wagler makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half37-47Keaton Wagler makes layup
2nd Half38-47Zoom Diallo makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half39-47Zoom Diallo makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half42-47Wesley Yates III makes 23-foot three point jumper (Zoom Diallo assists)
2nd Half42-49Zvonimir Ivisic makes 3-foot dunk (Keaton Wagler assists)
2nd Half44-49Zoom Diallo makes 17-foot jumper
2nd Half44-52Ben Humrichous makes 24-foot three point jumper (Keaton Wagler assists)
2nd Half46-52JJ Mandaquit makes 9-foot jumper
2nd Half46-53Keaton Wagler makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half46-54Keaton Wagler makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half46-55David Mirkovic makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half46-56David Mirkovic makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half48-56Hannes Steinbach makes 3-foot dunk (Zoom Diallo assists)
2nd Half51-56JJ Mandaquit makes 25-foot three point jumper (Wesley Yates III assists)
2nd Half51-58David Mirkovic makes layup (Keaton Wagler assists)
2nd Half51-60David Mirkovic makes layup
2nd Half53-60JJ Mandaquit makes 8-foot jumper
2nd Half54-60Hannes Steinbach makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half55-60Hannes Steinbach makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half55-62Andrej Stojakovic makes layup (Tomislav Ivisic assists)
2nd Half55-64Keaton Wagler makes 7-foot jumper
2nd Half57-64Hannes Steinbach makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half57-66Tomislav Ivisic makes layup (Keaton Wagler assists)
2nd Half59-66Zoom Diallo makes 11-foot jumper
2nd Half59-69Ben Humrichous makes 24-foot three point jumper (David Mirkovic assists)
2nd Half60-69Zoom Diallo makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half61-69Zoom Diallo makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half61-72Ben Humrichous makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tomislav Ivisic assists)
2nd Half61-75Keaton Wagler makes 26-foot three point jumper (Tomislav Ivisic assists)
2nd Half63-75Zoom Diallo makes layup
2nd Half66-75Quimari Peterson makes 28-foot three point jumper (Zoom Diallo assists)

Win probability

Above the line favours Illinois Fighting Illini, below favours Washington Huskies.