How To Watch Rutgers Scarlet Knights Women’s Basketball
✦ Edited and fact-checked by Junior Sports Writer Alex Vejar, who has more than 10 years of experience covering sports.
A look at the 2025–2026 Scarlet Knights
Coach Coquese Washington is deep into her tenure at Rutgers, and the mission this season is clear: defend “The Banks.” I have watched this team show incredible defensive grit at times, but the expansion of the Big Ten has made the schedule absolutely brutal.
The Scarlet Knights are currently projected to fight through the bottom half of the conference, but they have the potential to play spoiler, especially at home. The contrast between their lockdown defense and their offensive struggles against elite teams like Iowa remains the primary source of debate among the fanbase.
This season feels like a pivotal moment for establishing the program’s identity, particularly with so many new transfers and Washington potentially on the hot seat. I know fans are mixed on the direction of the team, but the toughness is undeniable, and that makes them a dangerous matchup on any given night.
I created this guide to help you watch every Rutgers women’s basketball game, specifically because the team has one of the trickier broadcast situations in the league. I will explain the best way to get the Big Ten Network, and why B1G+ is a crucial tool for the die-hard fan this year.
2025–2026 Rutgers women’s basketball TV schedule
The majority of Rutgers’ nationally televised games appear on the Big Ten Network (BTN). This is your primary destination for conference play, including the crucial home games where they look to climb the standings.
Unfortunately, a large portion of the Rutgers slate, especially non-conference games or matchups against unranked conference foes, lives on B1G+. This is a subscription streaming service separate from your TV provider.
| Opponent | Day | Time (ET) | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wagner Seahawks | Monday, Nov. 3 | 7:00 p.m. | B1G+ |
| Quinnipiac Bobcats | Thursday, Nov. 6 | 7:00 p.m. | B1G+ |
| Stony Brook Seawolves | Sunday, Nov. 9 | 2:00 p.m. | B1G+ |
| Rhode Island Rams | Thursday, Nov. 13 | 11:00 a.m. | B1G+ |
| Fairleigh Dickinson Knights | Sunday, Nov. 16 | 2:00 p.m. | B1G+ |
| At Auburn Tigers | Thursday, Nov. 20 | 7:00 p.m. | SECN+, B1G+ |
| Siena Saints | Monday, Nov. 24 | 7:00 p.m. | B1G+ |
| Northeastern Huskies | Friday, Nov. 28 | 7:00 p.m. | B1G+ |
| Saint Peter’s Peacocks | Sunday, Nov. 30 | 3:00 p.m. | Big Ten Network |
| Iowa Hawkeyes | Saturday, Dec. 6 | 6:00 p.m. | FS1 |
| At Princeton Tigers | Wednesday, Dec. 10 | 7:30 p.m. | ESPN+, B1G+ |
| Lafayette Leopards | Saturday, Dec. 20 | 12:00 p.m. | B1G+ |
| At Michigan State Spartans | Sunday, Dec. 28 | 2:00 p.m. | B1G+ |
| Wisconsin Badgers | Thursday, Jan. 1 | 2:00 p.m. | B1G+ |
| At Ohio State Buckeyes | Sunday, Jan. 4 | 2:00 p.m. | Big Ten Network |
| Maryland Terrapins | Thursday, Jan. 8 | 7:00 p.m. | B1G+ |
| At Northwestern Wildcats | Sunday, Jan. 11 | 3:00 p.m. | B1G+ |
| At Penn State Nittany Lions | Sunday, Jan. 18 | 1:00 p.m. | B1G+ |
| Michigan Wolverines | Thursday, Jan. 22 | 6:00 p.m. | Big Ten Network |
| Washington Huskies | Sunday, Jan. 25 | 2:00 p.m. | B1G+ |
| Oregon Ducks | Wednesday, Jan. 28 | 7:00 p.m. | B1G+ |
| At USC Trojans | Sunday, Feb. 1 | 5:00 p.m. | B1G+ |
| At UCLA Bruins | Wednesday, Feb. 4 | 10:00 p.m. | B1G+ |
| Minnesota Golden Gophers | Sunday, Feb. 8 | 12:00 p.m. | B1G+ |
| At Purdue Boilermakers | Saturday, Feb. 14 | TBD | B1G+ |
| At Illinois Fighting Illini | Tuesday, Feb. 17 | 7:00 p.m. | Big Ten Network |
| Penn State Nittany Lions | Saturday, Feb. 21 | 4:00 p.m. | Big Ten Network |
| Indiana Hoosiers | Wednesday, Feb. 25 | 7:00 p.m. | B1G+ |
| At Nebraska Cornhuskers | Saturday, Feb. 28 | TBD | B1G+ |
Data effective as of post date.
Best TV plans for Rutgers women’s basketball
For the primary TV channels, I suggest subscribing to Hulu + Live TV. It includes the Big Ten Network and FS1 in its base package, which covers the core of the televised schedule. It also carries the ESPN networks, which you will need if Rutgers makes a run in the conference tournament or the postseason. The interface is reliable, and getting ESPN+ included is a nice bonus for other sports coverage.
Beyond the standard channels, you have to be ready to stream. The majority of Rutgers women’s basketball games are on B1G+, the league’s streaming service.
How to watch Rutgers women’s basketball FAQ
How can I watch Rutgers women's basketball for free?
To watch Rutgers women's basketball for free, your best bet is to cycle through free trials from live TV streaming services like Hulu + Live TV, DIRECTV, YouTube TV, and Fubo.
How can I stream Rutgers women's basketball without cable?
Hulu + Live TV is my top choice because it carries the Big Ten Network and FS1. You will also need to subscribe to B1G+ for the remainder of the team's schedule.
Can I watch Rutgers women's basketball on Peacock?
No, Rutgers women's basketball doesn't have any games on Peacock during the 2025–2026 season.
How can I watch Rutgers women's basketball in March Madness?
The women's NCAA Tournament is broadcast on the ESPN family of networks and ABC. Ensure your TV provider offers ESPN, ESPN2, and ABC so you are ready for the postseason.
Why you should trust us
Our CableTV.com editorial team cross-referenced the official Rutgers women’s basketball schedule with the channel lineups of every major TV provider. Using those details, we selected our viewing recommendations based on channel availability, pricing, and ease of use.
This guide is updated regularly throughout the season to ensure our information is accurate. To learn more about our methods, check out our How We Rank page.
