| MATCHUP | Utah Utes | Washington Huskies |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 8-4 | 8-4 |
| Where | Alaska Airlines Arena, Seattle, WA | |
| When | Monday, December 29, 2025 | |
| Time | 11:00 PM EST | |
| TV | FS1 | |
In this article we will formulate a Utah vs Washington prediction for this College Basketball game on Monday, December 29th at Alaska Airlines Arena in Seattle, Washington. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Utah Utes Betting Preview
The Utah Utes are 8-4 this season after they defeated Eastern Washington by a score of 101-77 in their last game. Utah led 50-34 at halftime and scored 51 points in the second half in the blowout win. The Utes shot 68% from the field, 52% on three pointers, and 71% on free throws in the game. Don McHenry led Utah with 27 points and three assists, while Keanu Dawes added 21 points and nine rebounds in the win.
Prior to that game, Utah lost to Mississippi State by a score of 82-74, but did beat Cal Baptist by a score of 91-85 before that. The Utes have scored 82.4 points per game with 36.1 rebounds and 15.2 assists per game, while they have allowed 78.8 points against per game this season. Terrence Brown is averaging 21.5 points and 3.9 assists per game, while Don McHenry is averaging 19.2 points and 3.3 rebounds per game for the Utes. Utah is shooting 48.0% from the field, 73.9% on free throws, and 36.8% on three pointers this season.
Washington Huskies Betting Preview
The Washington Huskies are 8-4 this year after they defeated San Diego by a score of 86-56 in their last game. Washington led 46-26 at halftime and added 40 points in the second half to secure the easy win. The Huskies shot 47% from the field, 24% on three pointers, and 79% on free throws in the game. Hannes Steinbach led Washington with 21 points and 14 rebounds, while Zoom Diallo added 17 points and four assists in the win.
Prior to that game, Washington lost to Seattle by a score of 70-66, but did beat Southern Utah by a score of 105-69 before that. The Huskies have scored 83.3 points per game with 42.1 rebounds and 14.1 assists per game, while they have allowed 71.7 points against per game this season. Hannes Steinbach is averaging 17.9 points and 12.1 rebounds per game, while Wesley Yates III is averaging 14.9 points and 3.9 rebounds per game for the Huskies. Washington is shooting 44.9% from the field, 76.4% on free throws, and 32.9% on three pointers this year.
Why the Washington Huskies will win
- Washington has won 13 of its last 14 home night games against non-Conference opponents.
- Utah has lost each of its last four games at Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Utah has lost the first half in four of its last five games at Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Why the Utah Utes will win
- Utah has won each of its last 10 Monday night games against non-Conference opponents.
- Washington has lost three of its last four night games following a home win.
- Utah has won the first half in 17 of its last 21 night games against non-Conference opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Washington’s last 12 Monday games against non-Conference opponents have produced a total of 151 or fewer points.
- Each of Utah’s last four night games have produced a total of 156 or fewer points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Washington ranks T38th among Division 1 teams for free throws made per game this season (18.9).
- Washington ranks T39th among Division 1 teams for field goal attempts per game this season (64.0).
Utah vs Washington Prediction
Both of these teams come into this matchup with an 8-4 record on the season, but Washington will be at home. The Huskies have won three of their last four games and they have scored at least 84 points in all three of those wins. Utah has alternated wins and losses over their last five games and they have allowed 77+ in four straight. The Utes are shooting 48% from the field and they haven’t lost by 12 points so far this year. Take Utah and the points on the road.