Washington Huskies Defeat Northwestern Wildcats 76-62
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Welsh-Ryan Arena
Washington Huskies 76, Northwestern Wildcats 62, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Washington Huskies vs Northwestern Wildcats?
Washington Huskies beat Northwestern Wildcats 76-62 at Welsh-Ryan Arena on January 31, 2026.
Who was favored in Washington Huskies vs Northwestern Wildcats?
Northwestern Wildcats were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -122 (about 55% implied). The underdog won.
In a decisive matchup at Welsh-Ryan Arena, the Washington Huskies secured a 76-62 victory over the Northwestern Wildcats. This game was particularly notable as it marked the second meeting between the two teams, with Washington now holding a 2-0 advantage in their head-to-head record after previously defeating Northwestern 76-71 on February 9, 2025.
Washington entered the game with a record of 12-10, while Northwestern was 10-12. The Huskies had a recent record of 4-6 over their last ten games, but they were coming off a loss against the Illinois Fighting Illini, which snapped a brief two-game winning streak. In contrast, Northwestern had a record of 3-7 in their last ten games, having just won against the Penn State Nittany Lions, ending a streak of six losses.
At home, Northwestern had a record of 2-3, while Washington struggled on the road with an 0-4 away record. The Wildcats averaged 71.5 points scored per game and allowed 72.6 points, while the Huskies averaged 73.3 points scored and allowed 73.6 points in their recent performances. The game’s total was set at 146.5 by DraftKings, with the spread favoring Northwestern by 1.5 points.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing from either team, which meant both squads were likely at full strength for this important contest.
The conditions of the game were conducive to a competitive atmosphere, with both teams looking to improve their standings. The Wildcats had a recent surge in scoring, highlighted by their 94-73 win over Penn State, but they were unable to carry that momentum into this matchup.
The scoring plays in the second half showcased Washington's offensive prowess, with key contributions from players like Zoom Diallo, who made several crucial jump shots, and Hannes Steinbach, who hit a significant three-pointer. The Huskies built a substantial lead, reaching 76 points while limiting Northwestern to just 62.
Overall, the game was a testament to Washington's ability to capitalize on their scoring opportunities while maintaining defensive pressure against Northwestern. The final score reflects a solid performance by the Huskies, who will look to build on this victory as they continue their season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | NU -1.5 | 146.5 o -110 / u -110 | Washington Huskies +102 · Northwestern Wildcats -122 |
Leaders
- PointsNick Martinelli19Northwestern Wildcats
- AssistsJayden Reid5Northwestern Wildcats
- ReboundsNick Martinelli9Northwestern Wildcats
- PointsHannes Steinbach22Washington Huskies
- AssistsZoom Diallo6Washington Huskies
- ReboundsHannes Steinbach14Washington Huskies
Recent form
Northwestern Wildcats
Last 10: 3-7Streak W171.5 scored · 72.6 allowed per game2-3 at home
- W94-73vs Penn State Nittany LionsJan 30
- L64-71at UCLA BruinsJan 24
- W74-68at USC TrojansJan 22
- L58-77vs Nebraska CornhuskersJan 17
- L68-79vs Illinois Fighting IlliniJan 15
- L75-77at Rutgers Scarlet KnightsJan 11
- L66-76at Michigan State SpartansJan 8
- L78-84vs Minnesota Golden GophersJan 3
- W80-60vs Howard BisonDec 30
- L58-61at Butler BulldogsDec 20
Washington Huskies
Last 10: 4-6Streak L173.3 scored · 73.6 allowed per game0-4 away
- L66-75at Illinois Fighting IlliniJan 30
- 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
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 | Northwestern Wildcats |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-65 | 22-57 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 39 |
| Three-pointers | 10-22 | 5-19 |
| Three-point % | 45 | 26 |
| Free throws | 6-8 | 13-18 |
| Free throw % | 75 | 72 |
| Rebounds | 45 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 16 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 21 |
| Assists | 15 | 11 |
| Steals | 7 | 4 |
| Blocks | 7 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 2 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 2 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 7 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 3 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 34 |
| Fouls | 17 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 21 | 2 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 85 | 8 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half39-27Nick Martinelli makes 4-foot turnaround jump shot (Jayden Reid assists)
- 2nd Half42-27Wesley Yates III makes 27-foot three point jumper (Hannes Steinbach assists)
- 2nd Half44-27Hannes Steinbach makes layup (Zoom Diallo assists)
- 2nd Half45-27Hannes Steinbach makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half48-27Hannes Steinbach makes 25-foot three point jumper (Franck Kepnang assists)
- 2nd Half48-29Arrinten Page makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half48-31Arrinten Page makes 3-foot alley oop dunk (Nick Martinelli assists)
- 2nd Half49-31Hannes Steinbach makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-31Hannes Steinbach makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-33Angelo Ciaravino makes 2-foot dunk (Jayden Reid assists)
- 2nd Half50-34Angelo Ciaravino makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half50-36Nick Martinelli makes layup (Arrinten Page assists)
- 2nd Half50-38Nick Martinelli makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half53-38Hannes Steinbach makes 26-foot three point jumper (Quimari Peterson assists)
- 2nd Half53-41Nick Martinelli makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jayden Reid assists)
- 2nd Half53-43Arrinten Page makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half53-44Arrinten Page makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half53-45Tre Singleton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-45Zoom Diallo makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-45Bryson Tucker makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Zoom Diallo assists)
- 2nd Half57-48Jayden Reid makes 29-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half59-48Zoom Diallo makes 7-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half59-49Arrinten Page makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-50Arrinten Page makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-50Zoom Diallo makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half61-52Nick Martinelli makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half62-52Zoom Diallo makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-52Zoom Diallo makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half64-54Arrinten Page makes driving layup (Jayden Reid assists)
- 2nd Half67-54Wesley Yates III makes 25-foot three pointer (Quimari Peterson assists)
- 2nd Half67-55Nick Martinelli makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-56Nick Martinelli makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-56Zoom Diallo makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half72-56Hannes Steinbach makes 26-foot three point jumper (Wesley Yates III assists)
- 2nd Half74-56Zoom Diallo makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half74-57Nick Martinelli makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-58Nick Martinelli makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-58Zoom Diallo makes driving layup
- 2nd Half76-61Jayden Reid makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half76-62Arrinten Page makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Northwestern Wildcats, below favours Washington Huskies.
Venue
- Welsh-Ryan ArenaEvanston, IL
- Attendance5587
- OfficialsPaul Szelc, Chad Barlow, Randy Richardson
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