If you're frantically checking your phone to see what time do the Washington Huskies play, you’re definitely not alone. It’s a bit of a chaotic time for the Dawgs. We aren't just talking about the gridiron anymore; since the move to the Big Ten, the schedule for basketball and spring sports has become a coast-to-coast jigsaw puzzle.
Honestly, it's easy to get lost in the transition. One week they're playing at 9:00 AM on the East Coast, and the next they're under the lights at Hec Ed for a late-night tip-off. Here is exactly when you need to be in front of a screen or at Alaska Airlines Arena.
What Time Do the Washington Huskies Play This Week?
Right now, the focus has shifted entirely to the hardwood. The football team recently wrapped up their 2025 season with a dominant 38-10 win over Boise State in the LA Bowl, so if you're looking for football, you've got a long wait until the September 5, 2026, season opener against Washington State.
For basketball fans, things are heating up. The Washington Huskies men's basketball team plays next on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at 3:00 PM PT. They are hosting #12 Michigan State in Seattle. This is a massive game—the Spartans haven't visited Hec Edmundson Pavilion since 1957. If you're planning to watch, it’s being broadcast on the Big Ten Network (BTN).
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The women's team is also in the thick of conference play. The Washington Huskies women's basketball team plays next on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at 3:00 PM PT against Minnesota. That one is also at home in Seattle.
Upcoming Men’s Basketball Schedule
- Wednesday, Jan. 21: at Nebraska, 6:00 PM PT (Big Ten Network)
- Sunday, Jan. 25: vs. Oregon, 12:00 PM PT (The rivalry game you cannot miss)
- Thursday, Jan. 29: at Illinois, 6:00 PM PT
- Saturday, Jan. 31: at Northwestern, 5:00 PM PT
Why These Times Keep Changing
You might have noticed that "TBA" is the most common word on any Huskies schedule. It's frustrating. Basically, the TV networks—FOX, CBS, and NBC—usually wait until 6 to 12 days before a game to finalize the kickoff or tip-off time.
Being in the Big Ten means Washington is now a national brand, but it also means we're at the mercy of "Big Noon Saturday" and prime-time windows. A game that seems like a night game on Monday could easily turn into a breakfast kickoff by Thursday if the networks decide it's the "game of the week."
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The 2026 Football Schedule: Mark Your Calendars
Even though the pads aren't popping right now, the 2026 schedule is already set in stone for the early games. If you're planning travel or tailgates, here’s what we know so far:
The season kicks off with the Apple Cup on September 5, 2026, against Washington State. While the exact time isn't out yet, these rivalry games almost always land in a late-afternoon or prime-time slot. Following that, the Huskies host Utah State on September 12 and Eastern Washington on September 19.
The road schedule for 2026 is brutal. The Dawgs will have to travel to Michigan State, Nebraska, Oregon, Purdue, and USC. Expect those road games to have wildly varying start times—Lincoln and East Lansing are two time zones away, so a 12:00 PM local start there means a 10:00 AM wake-up call for us in Seattle.
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Don't Forget the "Other" Huskies
It's a big week for the Olympic sports too. The #22 ranked women's tennis team just started their season with a big 5-2 win in Hawaii.
If you're into Track & Field, the UW Preview starts Friday, January 16, at 1:00 PM and continues Saturday morning at 9:00 AM. Also, the gymnastics team heads to Maryland this Saturday, January 17, with a meet starting at 4:30 PM PT.
Actionable Steps for Husky Fans
To make sure you never miss a start time, do these three things right now:
- Download the Go Huskies App: It's the most reliable source for last-minute time changes that Google might not catch immediately.
- Check the Big Ten Network Schedule: Since UW is now B1G, almost everything that isn't on a major network (FOX/CBS) will be on BTN or B1G+.
- Set Alerts for the Oregon Game: January 25 at Noon. Clear your schedule. The Ducks are coming to town, and that game will likely determine a lot for the middle of the conference standings.
Stay updated on the live scores through the official UW Athletics site or CBS Sports' Gametracker, especially for the Michigan State clash this Saturday.