Cornell Dominates Alfred State with 133-65 Victory
Friday, January 2, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · Newman Arena
Cornell Big Red 133, Alfred State Pioneers 65, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Alfred State Pioneers vs Cornell Big Red?
Cornell Big Red beat Alfred State Pioneers 133-65 at Newman Arena on January 2, 2026.
In a commanding performance, the Cornell Big Red triumphed over the Alfred State Pioneers with a final score of 133-65 at Newman Arena. This victory not only highlights Cornell's offensive prowess but also underscores the challenges faced by Alfred State in this matchup. Cornell entered the game with a home record of 3-0 and an overall record of 7-6, while Alfred State's performance has been less consistent.
Cornell's recent form has shown both strength and vulnerability. In their last ten games, they recorded a 6-4 record, but they were coming off a loss against the Michigan State Spartans, which ended a brief winning streak. On average, Cornell has scored 92.4 points while allowing 86.1 points per game during this stretch. Their last five games, however, revealed a more troubling trend, as they managed to score an average of 86.2 points while allowing 94.8 points, indicating defensive struggles that they will need to address moving forward.
In contrast, Alfred State has faced difficulties on the road, with a record of 3-4 away from home. Their performance has been inconsistent, and they have struggled to keep pace with stronger opponents. The game against Cornell marked a significant challenge, and the scoreline reflects the gap in performance. Alfred State's recent form has not been highlighted in the block, but their inability to compete effectively in this matchup was evident.
Historically, the two teams have not met frequently, and this game provided an opportunity for Cornell to assert dominance on their home court. The conditions at Newman Arena were favorable for the Big Red, contributing to their high-scoring output. The home crowd was treated to a display of offensive efficiency, with several players contributing to the scoring.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the overall health of the teams can impact performance. For this game, it appears that both teams were able to field their rosters without significant disruptions.
The betting market indicated a strong confidence in Cornell, with a final home win probability of 1.0, suggesting that they were heavily favored to win this matchup. This aligns with the final score, as Cornell's offense overwhelmed Alfred State throughout the game.
As the game progressed, viewers witnessed a flurry of scoring plays from Cornell, including multiple three-pointers and driving layups that showcased their offensive depth. Key moments included Ian Imegwu making a 26-foot three-point jumper and Avery Cunningham adding another from 27 feet, both of which contributed to the explosive scoring that characterized the evening.
Overall, this game served as a statement for Cornell, demonstrating their capabilities as they look to improve their season record. For Alfred State, this matchup highlighted the need for adjustments as they prepare for future contests.
Leaders
- PointsGioacchino Panzini26Cornell Big Red
- AssistsDaMaryon Fishburn9Cornell Big Red
- ReboundsDaMaryon Fishburn10Cornell Big Red
- PointsMykell Lawson17Alfred State Pioneers
- AssistsMykell Lawson4Alfred State Pioneers
- ReboundsKennyh Hardeman4Alfred State Pioneers
Recent form
Cornell Big Red
Last 10: 6-4Streak L192.4 scored · 86.1 allowed per game3-0 at home
- L97-114at Michigan State SpartansDec 30
- W83-75at UAlbany Great DanesDec 21
- L90-93at Samford BulldogsDec 8
- L80-93at Towson TigersDec 4
- L81-99at George Mason PatriotsDec 3
- W101-72at Bucknell BisonNov 30
- W114-70vs Misericordia CougarsNov 26
- W95-94vs Colgate RaidersNov 21
- W86-73vs Army Black KnightsNov 19
- W97-78at Lafayette LeopardsNov 13
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yale | 24-7 | - | 11-3 |
| Harvard | 17-12 | 1 | 10-4 |
| Pennsylvania | 18-12 | 2 | 9-5 |
| Cornell | 15-13 | 3 | 8-6 |
| Columbia | 16-12 | 6 | 5-9 |
| Dartmouth | 11-16 | 6 | 5-9 |
| Princeton | 9-20 | 6 | 5-9 |
| Brown | 9-18 | 8 | 3-11 |
Box score
| Stat | Alfred State Pioneers | Cornell Big Red |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-77 | 51-78 |
| Field goal % | 32 | 65 |
| Three-pointers | 10-35 | 22-40 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 55 |
| Free throws | 5-5 | 9-14 |
| Free throw % | 100 | 64 |
| Rebounds | 24 | 55 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 14 | 41 |
| Assists | 18 | 43 |
| Steals | 8 | 7 |
| Blocks | 2 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 26 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 42 |
| Points in the paint | 22 | 58 |
| Fouls | 8 | 7 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 73 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 3 | 96 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half30-80Elijah Kioko makes 14-foot jumper (Darius Cunningham Jr assists)
- 2nd Half30-82Jake Fiegen makes layup (Kaspar Sepp assists)
- 2nd Half33-82Mykell Lawson makes 25-foot three point jumper (JJ Howard assists)
- 2nd Half33-84Kaspar Sepp makes layup (Adam Hinton assists)
- 2nd Half33-86Cooper Noard makes layup (Jake Fiegen assists)
- 2nd Half33-89Jax Abalos makes 25-foot three point jumper (DaMaryon Fishburn assists)
- 2nd Half36-89JJ Howard makes 24-foot three point jumper (Darius Cunningham Jr assists)
- 2nd Half38-89Darius Cunningham Jr makes driving layup
- 2nd Half38-92Mateen Rafiq makes 24-foot three point jumper (DaMaryon Fishburn assists)
- 2nd Half40-92Eli Taft makes driving layup (Avery Cunningham assists)
- 2nd Half40-93DaMaryon Fishburn makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half40-95DaMaryon Fishburn makes layup
- 2nd Half40-96Gioacchino Panzini makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half40-97Gioacchino Panzini makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half40-99Jax Abalos makes layup (DaMaryon Fishburn assists)
- 2nd Half40-102Ty Iwanonkiw makes 25-foot three point jumper (Mateen Rafiq assists)
- 2nd Half43-102Cole Kaufman makes 26-foot three point jumper (Ben Sneddon assists)
- 2nd Half43-105Ian Imegwu makes 26-foot three point jumper (Mateen Rafiq assists)
- 2nd Half46-105Cole Kaufman makes 25-foot three point jumper (Eli Taft assists)
- 2nd Half46-107Mateen Rafiq makes driving layup
- 2nd Half46-110Ian Imegwu makes 28-foot three point jumper (AJ LaBeau assists)
- 2nd Half48-110Eli Taft makes 18-foot jumper
- 2nd Half48-112Gioacchino Panzini makes driving layup
- 2nd Half48-113Ian Imegwu makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-113Kennyh Hardeman makes 18-foot jumper (Mykell Lawson assists)
- 2nd Half50-116Gioacchino Panzini makes 26-foot three point jumper (DaMaryon Fishburn assists)
- 2nd Half53-116Mykell Lawson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Hank Wheaton assists)
- 2nd Half53-118Gioacchino Panzini makes 3-foot dunk (AJ LaBeau assists)
- 2nd Half56-118Mykell Lawson makes 28-foot three point jumper (Joe Bauer assists)
- 2nd Half56-121Ian Imegwu makes 24-foot three point jumper (DaMaryon Fishburn assists)
- 2nd Half56-123Jax Abalos makes layup (AJ LaBeau assists)
- 2nd Half56-125Gioacchino Panzini makes 1-foot dunk (DaMaryon Fishburn assists)
- 2nd Half56-126Jax Abalos makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-129Ian Imegwu makes 26-foot three point jumper (Mateen Rafiq assists)
- 2nd Half58-129Eli Taft makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-129Avery Cunningham makes 27-foot three point jumper (Eliijah Donegan assists)
- 2nd Half61-130DaMaryon Fishburn makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-130Joe Bauer makes driving layup
- 2nd Half63-133Ian Imegwu makes 27-foot three point jumper (AJ LaBeau assists)
- 2nd Half65-133Joe Bauer makes driving layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Cornell Big Red, below favours Alfred State Pioneers.
Venue
- Newman ArenaIthaca, NY
- Attendance1333
- OfficialsCarl Luciano, Jim Googas, William Givens
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