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The Washington Huskies (8-4) are set to face the Utah Utes (8-4), a former Pac-12 rival in a non-conference game on December 29, 2025. Washington is favored by 11.5 points. The Huskies, while strong offensively, struggle defensively. Utah, despite having a potent offense fueled by transfers Terrence Brown and Dom McHenry, faces challenges on defense and has a tough schedule ahead in the Big 12. The article predicts a Washington victory (85-77), but Utah is expected to cover the spread. The game will be a clash of Washington’s driving offense against Utah’s strategy of limiting three-point attempts and forcing isolation plays.

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Huskies Seek Non-Conference Finale Victory Against Utah

Seattle, WA – The Washington Huskies (8-4) will host the Utah Utes (8-4) on Monday, December 29, 2025, at 8:00 PM PT in a non-conference matchup at Alaska Airlines Arena. The game will be broadcast on FS1 and the Huskies Gameday App, Sports Radio KJR. Washington enters as an 11.5-point favorite.

The Huskies are looking to end non-conference play on a high note. While boasting a high-powered offense averaging 82.4 points per game (68th nationally), the Huskies’ defense has been a concern, allowing 78.8 points per game (256th).

Utah, now a Big 12 team, relies heavily on the scoring of guards Terrence Brown (21.5 ppg) and Dom McHenry (19.2 ppg), a transfer duo who has quickly become one of the nation’s top scoring duos. However, the Utes struggle defensively and face a daunting schedule ahead. Forward Keanu Dawes also provides a big presence.

The game promises to be a clash of styles, with Washington’s drive-heavy offense aiming to exploit Utah’s less-than-imposing interior defense. Utah will attempt to limit Washington’s penetration and force them into contested jump shots.

While the Utes boast impressive offensive numbers and outside shooting, their defensive shortcomings could prove to be their undoing. The game could be closer than the experts are anticipating.

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