NCAAB · Final

Brown Bears Edge Dartmouth Big Green in Close Contest

Saturday, February 14, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · Leede Arena

Brown Bears 79, Dartmouth Big Green 76, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Brown Bears vs Dartmouth Big Green?

Brown Bears beat Dartmouth Big Green 79-76 at Leede Arena on February 14, 2026.

Who was favored in Brown Bears vs Dartmouth Big Green?

Dartmouth Big Green were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -155 (about 61% implied). The underdog won.

In a thrilling matchup, the Brown Bears defeated the Dartmouth Big Green 79-76 at Leede Arena on February 14, 2026. This victory marked the Bears' first win in their last six games, breaking a significant losing streak and showcasing their resilience against a familiar opponent. The win also extended Brown's dominance over Dartmouth in their recent meetings, as the Bears have now won all three encounters this season.

Both teams entered the game with contrasting recent forms. Dartmouth had a record of 5-5 in their last ten games, but they were coming off a loss to the Harvard Crimson, which snapped a brief two-game winning streak. The Big Green averaged 77.4 points scored and allowed 75.2 points during this stretch, indicating a high-scoring style of play. In contrast, Brown struggled significantly, with a record of 2-8 in their last ten games and a five-game losing streak leading up to this contest. The Bears averaged 71.4 points scored while allowing 74.3 points, highlighting their defensive vulnerabilities.

Dartmouth's home record stood at 2-3, while Brown had not won any of their last four away games, emphasizing the challenges they faced on the road. In their previous meeting on January 31, 2026, Dartmouth had secured a 77-70 victory over Brown, which added to the anticipation of this rematch. The historical context was in favor of the Bears, who had won their last three encounters against Dartmouth, including two earlier this season.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the impact of player availability can often be significant in college basketball. The conditions for the game were not detailed, but the atmosphere in Leede Arena typically plays a role in home-court advantage.

The betting market reflected a close contest, with DraftKings listing Dartmouth as 2.5-point favorites with a moneyline of -155. Brown was priced at +130 on the moneyline, indicating that while Dartmouth was expected to win, there was enough uncertainty around the matchup to keep it competitive. The total for the game was set at 139.5, suggesting an anticipated scoring pace that aligned with both teams' recent offensive outputs.

As the game unfolded, it was evident that both teams were eager to assert themselves. Dartmouth started strong but struggled to maintain their lead as the game progressed. Key moments in the second half included a crucial three-point jumper by Jackson Munro, which gave Brown a slight edge at 73-72. Landon Lewis followed up with a layup to extend the lead, and free throws by Connor Amundsen and Luke Paragon further solidified Brown's position as they closed out the game.

The final score of 79-76 reflected the intensity of the contest, with Brown managing to hold off Dartmouth's late-game efforts. The victory not only provided a much-needed boost for the Bears but also highlighted their ability to perform under pressure, a critical aspect of college basketball.

Overall, this game was a testament to the competitive nature of the Ivy League, showcasing the unpredictable dynamics that can unfold in college basketball. The outcome will likely have implications for both teams as they continue through their respective seasons.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	DART -2.5	139.5 o -105 / u -115	Brown Bears +130 · Dartmouth Big Green -155

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Leaders

PointsJayden Williams24Dartmouth Big Green
AssistsConnor Amundsen4Dartmouth Big Green
ReboundsBrandon Mitchell-Day7Dartmouth Big Green
PointsLandon Lewis30Brown Bears
AssistsJeremiah Jenkins5Brown Bears
ReboundsLandon Lewis10Brown Bears

Recent form

Dartmouth Big Green

Last 10: 5-5Streak L177.4 scored · 75.2 allowed per game2-3 at home

L58-71vs Harvard CrimsonFeb 7
W77-70at Brown BearsJan 31
L68-83at Yale BulldogsJan 31
L69-79vs Columbia LionsJan 24
W71-69vs Princeton TigersJan 19
L74-84vs Pennsylvania QuakersJan 17
W102-91at Cornell Big RedJan 10
W76-68at Harvard CrimsonJan 6
W107-43vs Elms BlazersJan 1
L72-94at Florida GatorsDec 29

Brown Bears

Last 10: 2-8Streak L571.4 scored · 74.3 allowed per game0-4 away

L69-81at Yale BulldogsFeb 7
L70-77vs Dartmouth Big GreenJan 31
L59-69vs Harvard CrimsonJan 31
L53-63at Princeton TigersJan 24
L67-89vs Cornell Big RedJan 19
W86-80vs Columbia LionsJan 17
L73-81at Pennsylvania QuakersJan 10
L53-70vs Yale BulldogsJan 6
W105-47vs Johnson & Wales GriffinsDec 31
L79-86at Providence FriarsDec 10

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	Brown Bears	Dartmouth Big Green
Field goals	31-56	22-44
Field goal %	55	50
Three-pointers	9-22	10-28
Three-point %	41	36
Free throws	8-17	22-27
Free throw %	47	81
Rebounds	30	25
Offensive rebounds	7	3
Defensive rebounds	23	22
Assists	17	11
Steals	10	4
Blocks	0	1
Turnovers	15	17
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	23	16
Fast-break points	8	9
Points in the paint	40	20
Fouls	20	19
Largest lead	7	12
Lead changes	6	6
Time in front	31	65

How the scoring went

2nd Half34-43Jayden Williams makes 12-foot jumper
2nd Half36-43Landon Lewis makes 10-foot hook shot (Malcolm Wrisby-Jefferson assists)
2nd Half39-43Landon Lewis makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jeremiah Jenkins assists)
2nd Half41-43Landon Lewis makes 1-foot dunk (Malcolm Wrisby-Jefferson assists)
2nd Half41-45Brandon Mitchell-Day makes 18-foot jumper
2nd Half44-45Landon Lewis makes 27-foot three point jumper (Luke Paragon assists)
2nd Half44-47Brandon Mitchell-Day makes 3-foot jumper (Connor Amundsen assists)
2nd Half44-49Kareem Thomas makes layup
2nd Half47-49Luke Paragon makes 24-foot three point jumper (David Rochester assists)
2nd Half49-49Jeremiah Jenkins makes layup (Landon Lewis assists)
2nd Half52-49David Rochester makes 27-foot three point jumper (N'famara Dabo assists)
2nd Half52-50Connor Amundsen makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half52-53Connor Amundsen makes 26-foot three point jumper (Brandon Mitchell-Day assists)
2nd Half54-53Landon Lewis makes 2-foot dunk (N'famara Dabo assists)
2nd Half56-53Isaiah Langham makes driving layup
2nd Half56-54Kareem Thomas makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half56-55Kareem Thomas makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half58-55David Rochester makes 12-foot jumper (Jeremiah Jenkins assists)
2nd Half58-58Jayden Williams makes 26-foot three point jumper (Anton Strelnikov assists)
2nd Half60-58Landon Lewis makes 13-foot jumper
2nd Half61-58Landon Lewis makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half63-58Landon Lewis makes 4-foot hook shot (Jeremiah Jenkins assists)
2nd Half63-59Kareem Thomas makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half63-60Kareem Thomas makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half64-60David Rochester makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half67-60David Rochester makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jeremiah Jenkins assists)
2nd Half67-63Jayden Williams makes 26-foot three point jumper (Brandon Mitchell-Day assists)
2nd Half68-63Isaiah Langham makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half68-66Jackson Munro makes 24-foot three point jumper (Connor Amundsen assists)
2nd Half68-69Jayden Williams makes 26-foot three point jumper (Brandon Mitchell-Day assists)
2nd Half71-69Malcolm Wrisby-Jefferson makes 27-foot three point jumper (David Rochester assists)
2nd Half73-69Landon Lewis makes 3-foot dunk
2nd Half73-72Jackson Munro makes 25-foot three point jumper (Connor Amundsen assists)
2nd Half75-72Landon Lewis makes layup
2nd Half75-73Connor Amundsen makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half75-74Connor Amundsen makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half78-74Luke Paragon makes 26-foot three point jumper
2nd Half79-74Luke Paragon makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half79-75Kareem Thomas makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half79-76Kareem Thomas makes free throw 2 of 2