Huskies Defeat Cougars in NCAAB Showdown
Friday, November 14, 2025, 11:00 PM ET · Beasley Coliseum
Washington Huskies 81, Washington State Cougars 69, 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 Washington State Cougars?
Washington Huskies beat Washington State Cougars 81-69 at Beasley Coliseum on November 14, 2025.
In a compelling matchup at Beasley Coliseum, the Washington Huskies triumphed over the Washington State Cougars with a final score of 81-69. This victory adds to the Huskies' strong start to the season, improving their away record to 3-1, while the Cougars fall to 1-3 at home.
The game showcased the contrasting recent forms of both teams. Washington State entered the contest with a record of 4-6 over their last ten games, currently on a one-game winning streak after defeating St. Thomas Tommies 81-71 on November 11. The Cougars have averaged 78.1 points scored while allowing 84.1 points per game during this stretch. In their last five games, they have maintained a scoring average of 80.0 but have allowed 80.4 points, indicating defensive vulnerabilities.
On the other hand, the Huskies have struggled recently, with a record of 3-7 over their last ten games and a current one-game losing streak. Their last outing resulted in a loss to the Baylor Bears, where they scored 69 points against 78. This season, the Huskies have averaged 74.4 points scored and 78.3 points allowed, with their last five games reflecting a scoring average of 76.2 and an allowed average of 74.0.
Historically, the matchup has favored the Huskies, who now lead the head-to-head record against the Cougars 1-0 for the season. In their previous meeting on December 19, 2024, the Huskies defeated the Cougars 89-73, showcasing their ability to dominate in this rivalry.
In terms of venue performance, Washington State's home record stands at 3-3, while the Huskies have struggled on the road with a 1-4 record. This game was crucial for the Cougars to improve their standing at home, but they were unable to capitalize on their home court advantage.
Injury reports did not indicate any key players missing for either team, allowing both squads to field their regular lineups. This aspect kept the competition level high, as both teams sought to assert their dominance in the early stages of the season.
As for the betting market, the odds reflected a significant expectation for the Huskies to win, with a home win probability of 0.0 for the Cougars, indicating that sportsbooks viewed the Huskies as clear favorites. This was attributed to their recent form and overall performance metrics.
The game conditions were typical for early-season college basketball, with both teams adjusting to their strategies and lineups. The atmosphere at Beasley Coliseum was charged, as fans rallied behind the Cougars in hopes of a home victory.
Key moments in the game included several scoring plays in the second half that helped the Huskies maintain their lead. Notably, Jerone Morton, Quimari Peterson, and JJ Mandaquit all contributed crucial free throws that extended the Huskies' advantage. Eemeli Yalaho's three-point jumper brought the Cougars within striking distance, but it was not enough to close the gap as the Huskies continued to respond effectively.
Overall, the matchup highlighted the competitive nature of college basketball, with the Huskies asserting their strength over the Cougars once again. Fans can look forward to seeing how both teams adapt and improve as the season progresses.
Leaders
- PointsEemeli Yalaho15Washington State Cougars
- AssistsAdria Rodriguez5Washington State Cougars
- ReboundsEmmanuel Ugbo7Washington State Cougars
- PointsWesley Yates III26Washington Huskies
- AssistsZoom Diallo4Washington Huskies
- ReboundsHannes Steinbach13Washington Huskies
Recent form
Washington State Cougars
Last 10: 4-6Streak W178.1 scored · 84.1 allowed per game3-3 at home
- W81-71vs St. Thomas TommiesNov 11
- L69-85at Davidson WildcatsNov 8
- L81-83vs Idaho VandalsNov 4
- L75-86at San Francisco DonsMar 10
- W94-77vs Loyola Marymount LionsMar 9
- W90-83at Pepperdine WavesMar 2
- W93-86vs San Diego TorerosFeb 28
- L79-109vs Santa Clara BroncosFeb 22
- L63-84vs Gonzaga BulldogsFeb 20
- L56-77at Saint Mary's GaelsFeb 16
Washington Huskies
Last 10: 3-7Streak L174.4 scored · 78.3 allowed per game1-4 away
- L69-78at Baylor BearsNov 10
- W84-70vs Denver PioneersNov 7
- W94-50vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsNov 4
- L73-80vs Oregon DucksMar 9
- L61-92at USC TrojansMar 6
- L62-78vs Indiana HoosiersMar 1
- L62-88at Wisconsin BadgersFeb 26
- L79-85at Iowa HawkeyesFeb 22
- L85-89vs Rutgers Scarlet KnightsFeb 20
- W75-73at Penn State Nittany LionsFeb 15
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 | Washington State Cougars |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-56 | 26-62 |
| Field goal % | 48 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 9-26 | 9-31 |
| Three-point % | 35 | 29 |
| Free throws | 18-23 | 8-10 |
| Free throw % | 78 | 80 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 33 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 21 |
| Assists | 7 | 13 |
| Steals | 3 | 4 |
| Blocks | 5 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 7 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 28 |
| Fouls | 14 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 22 | 3 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half46-34Adria Rodriguez made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-34Wesley Yates III made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Zoom Diallo.
- 2nd Half51-34Zoom Diallo made Layup. Assisted by JJ Mandaquit.
- 2nd Half52-34Wesley Yates III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-34Wesley Yates III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-34Wesley Yates III made Layup.
- 2nd Half55-37Emmanuel Ugbo made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Adria Rodriguez.
- 2nd Half57-37Hannes Steinbach made Layup.
- 2nd Half57-39Emmanuel Ugbo made Layup. Assisted by Eemeli Yalaho.
- 2nd Half59-39Zoom Diallo made Jumper.
- 2nd Half59-41Emmanuel Ugbo made Layup. Assisted by Parker Gerrits.
- 2nd Half60-41Franck Kepnang made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-41Franck Kepnang made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-41Wesley Yates III made Layup.
- 2nd Half63-43Eemeli Yalaho made Layup. Assisted by Adria Rodriguez.
- 2nd Half63-46Ace Glass made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Adria Rodriguez.
- 2nd Half63-47ND Okafor made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-50Ace Glass made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half65-50Zoom Diallo made Jumper.
- 2nd Half65-51Ace Glass made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-52Ace Glass made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-54Emmanuel Ugbo made Layup. Assisted by Ace Glass.
- 2nd Half65-56Jerone Morton made Layup.
- 2nd Half67-56Wesley Yates III made Jumper.
- 2nd Half67-59Eemeli Yalaho made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ace Glass.
- 2nd Half69-59JJ Mandaquit made Jumper.
- 2nd Half69-60Jerone Morton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-61Jerone Morton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-61Quimari Peterson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by JJ Mandaquit.
- 2nd Half72-63Simon Hildebrandt made Dunk.
- 2nd Half75-63Zoom Diallo made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half75-65Ace Glass made Layup.
- 2nd Half75-66Jerone Morton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-66Quimari Peterson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-66JJ Mandaquit made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half78-66JJ Mandaquit made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half78-69Eemeli Yalaho made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Simon Hildebrandt.
- 2nd Half79-69Zoom Diallo made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half80-69Hannes Steinbach made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half81-69Hannes Steinbach made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Washington State Cougars, below favours Washington Huskies.
Venue
- Beasley ColiseumPullman, WA
- Attendance5320
- OfficialsTony Padilla, Mike Reed, Robert Felder
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