Preview: Washington at Iowa in Key Big Ten Clash IOWA CITY, Iowa (Interstat) — Two of the Big Ten’s hottest teams will collide Wednesday night when the Washington Huskies visit the Iowa Hawkeyes in a critical late-season conference matchup. The game, scheduled for 8 p.m. EST at Carver-Hawkeye Arena, features teams with nearly identical records. Washington (18-6, 11-3 Big Ten) arrives riding a four-game winning streak, while Iowa (18-5, 10-4) looks to rebound after dropping three of its last four. The Huskies are coming off a thrilling 91-86 overtime road victory at Wisconsin on Sunday, powered by a career performance from standout forward Avery Howell. The junior dominated with 34 points and 14 rebounds, logging 40 minutes. Howell has been a consistent force, averaging 16.4 points over her last eight games, but her scoring has fluctuated, including a 7-point outing in a loss to Ohio State on Feb. 5. Support from guards Sayvia Sellers and Elle Ladine, who combined for 39 points against the Badgers, will be crucial. Iowa’s recent skid includes losses to ranked non-conference foes UCLA and Southern California, followed by a 91-85 home defeat to Minnesota last Thursday. Despite the results, point guard Chazadi Wright has been exceptional, averaging a double-double of 15.3 points and 10.0 assists over her last three contests. Her 20-point, 12-assist effort against the Golden Gophers highlighted her dual-threat capability. Center Ava Heiden, who scored 24 points in that loss, provides a key interior presence. The matchup pits Washington’s momentum against Iowa’s potent offense in one of the league’s toughest venues. The Hawkeyes are 10-1 at home this season, with their only loss coming in their last outing. Washington, however, has proven resilient on the road, including a double-overtime win at Maryland last month. Wednesday’s result will have significant implications for the Big Ten standings and NCAA tournament seeding. Both teams are firmly in the postseason picture but seek a signature win to bolster their resumes. For Iowa, it’s a chance to halt a slide and defend its home court. For Washington, it’s an opportunity to cement its status as a conference contender. The game will be broadcast on the Big Ten Network.