How To Watch Washington Huskies Men’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 Huskies
Let’s not sugarcoat it: last season was rough. Finishing dead last in the Big Ten was a brutal rip-the-band-aid-off moment for Year 1 of the Danny Sprinkle era.
But if you suffered through that, you’ve earned the excitement of Year 2. The Huskies have retooled specifically to fix the lethargic offense we saw last winter. The arrival of Desmond Claude—a legitimate scorer transferring in from rival USC—gives Washington the go-to guy they desperately lacked. It feels like there’s actual juice in the rotation now.
The storyline I’m following most closely is the pace. Coach Sprinkle promised a faster tempo, and with a three-guard lineup featuring Claude and a developing Zoom Diallo, they finally have the personnel to run. Fans aren’t demanding a title instantly, but the bar is set at “competitive,” ideally pushing for an NIT spot.
The rivalry factor has also ratcheted up. With Claude switching sides in the USC/UW dynamic, those games are going to be spicy. Here is how you can watch Washington men’s basketball to see if the Huskies can climb out of the basement.
2025–2026 Washington men’s basketball TV schedule
Washington often occupies the late-night viewing window on the Big Ten Network and FS1. It’s perfect for West Coast fans but requires some coffee for everyone else.
Key dates include the conference opener against UCLA and the Apple Cup against Washington State, which remains a massive deal locally despite the conference realignment. Other games on my radar are the January 14 and 16 tilts against Michigan and Michigan State.
| Opponent | Day | Time (ET) | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions | Monday, Nov. 3 | 11:00 p.m. | B1G+ |
| Denver Pioneers | Thursday, Nov. 6 | 10:00 p.m. | Big Ten Network |
| At Baylor Bears | Sunday, Nov. 9 | 8:30 p.m. | ESPN |
| At Washington State Cougars | Friday, Nov. 14 | 11:00 p.m. | ESPN+ |
| Southern Jaguars | Tuesday, Nov. 18 | 9:30 p.m. | Peacock Premium |
| Nevada Wolf Pack | Thursday, Nov. 27 | 4:30 p.m. | CBS Sports Network |
| At Colorado Buffaloes | Friday, Nov. 28 | 4:30 p.m. | truTV |
| UCLA Bruins | Wednesday, Dec. 3 | 11:00 p.m. | Big Ten Network |
| At USC Trojans | Saturday, Dec. 6 | 6:00 p.m. | Big Ten Network |
| Southern Utah Thunderbirds | Saturday, Dec. 13 | 6:00 p.m. | Big Ten Network |
| At Seattle U Redhawks | Friday, Dec. 19 | 11:30 p.m. | ESPN2 |
| San Diego Toreros | Monday, Dec. 22 | 10:00 p.m. | Big Ten Network |
| Utah Utes | Monday, Dec. 29 | 11:00 p.m. | FS1 |
| At Indiana Hoosiers | Sunday, Jan. 4 | 8:00 p.m. | Big Ten Network |
| At Purdue Boilermakers | Wednesday, Jan. 7 | 8:30 p.m. | Big Ten Network |
| Ohio State Buckeyes | Sunday, Jan. 11 | 6:00 p.m. | Peacock Premium |
| Michigan Wolverines | Wednesday, Jan. 14 | 10:30 p.m. | Big Ten Network |
| Michigan State Spartans | Saturday, Jan. 17 | TBD | Big Ten Network |
| At Nebraska Cornhuskers | Wednesday, Jan. 21 | 9:00 p.m. | Big Ten Network |
| Oregon Ducks | Sunday, Jan. 25 | 3:00 p.m. | Peacock Premium |
| At Illinois Fighting Illini | Thursday, Jan. 29 | 9:00 p.m. | FS1 |
| At Northwestern Wildcats | Saturday, Jan. 31 | 8:00 p.m. | Big Ten Network |
| Iowa Hawkeyes | Wednesday, Feb. 4 | 11:00 p.m. | TBA |
| At UCLA Bruins | Saturday, Feb. 7 | 10:00 p.m. | TBA |
| Penn State Nittany Lions | Wednesday, Feb. 11 | 10:30 p.m. | Big Ten Network |
| Minnesota Golden Gophers | Saturday, Feb. 14 | 10:00 p.m. | TBA |
| At Maryland Terrapins | Saturday, Feb. 21 | 3:00 p.m. | TBA |
| At Rutgers Scarlet Knights | Tuesday, Feb. 24 | 6:30 p.m. | TBA |
| Wisconsin Badgers | Saturday, Feb. 28 | 4:00 p.m. | TBA |
| USC Trojans | Wednesday, March 4 | 10:30 p.m. | TBA |
| At Oregon Ducks | Saturday, March 7 | 11:00 p.m. | TBA |
Data effective as of post date.
Best TV plans for Washington men’s basketball
To watch the Huskies, you need a package that covers BTN, FS1, and ESPN. My overall pick is Hulu + Live TV, a user-friendly and reliable service that covers all those channels in its base plan.
You also need to subscribe to Peacock Premium. NBC’s streaming service has exclusivity on a significant number of Big Ten games. If you don’t have it, you will miss several Huskies games, plain and simple.
How to watch Washington men’s basketball FAQ
How can I watch Washington men's basketball for free?
The only way to watch the Huskies for free is by using free trials for live TV streaming providers like Hulu + Live TV or DIRECTV.
How can I stream Washington basketball without cable?
Hulu + Live TV is the top choice. It bundles the Big Ten Network, FS1, ESPN, and others, giving you comprehensive coverage without a cable subscription.
Can I watch Washington basketball on Peacock?
Yes, and you should. Peacock is the exclusive home for many Big Ten games, meaning a subscription is necessary to see the full season. You need Peacock Premium to access live sports on the platform.
How can I watch Washington in March Madness?
The tournament airs across CBS, TBS, TNT, and truTV. To catch every game, you need a live TV streaming service that carries the full lineup of Turner Sports channels.
Why you should trust us
Our CableTV.com editorial team cross-referenced the official Washington men’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.
