Preview: Washington Huskies at Rutgers Scarlet Knights PISCATAWAY, N.J. (Interstat) — The surging Washington Huskies visit the Rutgers Scarlet Knights in a nonconference women’s basketball matchup Monday afternoon at Jersey Mike’s Arena. Washington (15-4) enters on a three-game winning streak, most recently defeating Penn State 81-65 on Wednesday. The Huskies have won five of their last seven, with their only losses in that span coming in overtime at Purdue and against Michigan State. Rutgers (9-10) looks to rebound from a 94-60 home loss to Michigan on Thursday. The Scarlet Knights have lost six of their last eight games, though they secured a 76-72 road win at Penn State on Jan. 18. The game features a contrast in offensive firepower. Washington averages 73.2 points per game and is led by dynamic guard Sayvia Sellers, who is coming off a 24-point performance against Penn State. Over her last five games, Sellers is averaging 19.0 points and 3.6 assists. Rutgers, averaging 58.7 points, will rely on guard Faith Blackstone to provide scoring. Blackstone scored 21 points in the loss to Michigan and is averaging 12.2 points over her last five contests. Washington’s balanced attack includes forwards Avery Howell and Brynn McGaughy, who combined for 27 points and 12 rebounds against Penn State. Rutgers will need production beyond Blackstone, with Kaylah Ivey (15 points vs. Michigan) and Nene Ndiaye as key contributors. The Huskies have been strong on the road this season, with notable wins at Indiana and Pacific. Rutgers is 6-4 at home but has struggled against high-major opponents, including lopsided losses to Iowa, Maryland and Michigan in Piscataway. This is the final nonconference game for both teams before resuming their respective league schedules. Washington begins a stretch of nine straight Big Ten games after this contest, while Rutgers jumps back into Big Ten play. Tipoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. EST.