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Steinbach's 24-Point, 16-Rebound Night Leads Washington Past Rutgers

Hannes Steinbach scored 24 points and grabbed 16 rebounds as Washington defeated Rutgers 79-72. The win was Washington's first ever at Rutgers.

Steinbach's double-double, 9-of-13 shooting and 6-of-7 from the line propelled the Huskies to a 79-72 victory over the Scarlet Knights. Washington, 14-14 overall and 6-11 in the Big Ten, took an early lead and never looked back, while Rutgers' Lino Mark scored 18 points.

The win marks Washington's first victory at Rutgers, following a 89-85 overtime loss in their previous meeting. Washington will host Wisconsin on Saturday, while Rutgers heads to Maryland on Sunday.