Rutgers vs Illinois Live Stream: How To Watch Women’s College Basketball

Berry Wallace looks to lead Illinois to another win and into the Top 25 again against Rutgers in women’s college basketball.

After back-to-back losses, Illinois (17-8) got back in the win column. They look to build momentum down the stretch of the women’s college basketball season against a struggling Rutgers (9-16) team. The Scarlet Knights have lost seven straight and 12 of the last 13 games overall. Sophomore Berry Wallace and the Illini look to exploit the Scarlet Knights’ struggles. This is the first and only matchup of the season between the Big Ten rivals. Wallace is one of the best scorers in the country this season. She is averaging 18.8 points and 6.4 rebounds per game on 50-35-85 shooting splits.

How to Watch Rutgers vs Illinois today:

Game Date: Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026

Game Time: 7:00 p.m. ET

TV: Big Ten Network

Location: State Farm Center

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She is one of only six players this season scoring at least 18.8 points per game on 50% shooting or better, shooting 35% or better from three, and making at least 3.8 free throws per game in all of women’s college basketball.

This season, the Illini are 9-4 when Wallace scores at least 20 points. Last season as a freshman, Wallace scored just seven points coming off the bench in a 69-65 overtime win over the Scarlet Knights.

The Scarlet Knights started the season with some promise. They went 8-4 in their first 12 games, but have lost 12 of the last 13 since. During the Scarlet Knights’ current seven-game losing streak, they have been outscored by 181 combined points. All seven losses came by double figures.

What Time Is the Women’s College Basketball Game Between Rutgers vs Illinois?

The Rutgers vs Illinois game will take place on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. ET. Tune in and catch some great women’s college basketball action.

What Channel Is the Rutgers vs Illinois Game On?

Looking to watch this game? Fans can tune into Big Ten Network to see the action. Make sure you subscribe to Fubo now to watch this matchup, as well as numerous other sports leagues.

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