The Huskies (14-14) built a double-digit lead in the first half and held on for their first-ever win at Rutgers.
Wesley Yates III added 19 points and seven assists for Washington, while Lino Mark led Rutgers with 18 points.
Steinbach double-double leads Washington past Rutgers 79-72
Hannes Steinbach scored 24 points and grabbed 16 rebounds, recording his 17th double-double of the season to lead Washington to a 79-72 victory over Rutgers on Tuesday night.