Yale Bulldogs Defeat Brown Bears 81-69 in NCAAB Showdown
Friday, February 6, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · John J. Lee Amphitheater
Yale Bulldogs 81, Brown Bears 69, 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 Yale Bulldogs?
Yale Bulldogs beat Brown Bears 81-69 at John J. Lee Amphitheater on February 6, 2026.
Who was favored in Brown Bears vs Yale Bulldogs?
Yale Bulldogs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1650 (about 94% implied). The favorite won.
The Yale Bulldogs secured a solid victory over the Brown Bears with a final score of 81-69 at the John J. Lee Amphitheater. This match was significant as it marked the fourth consecutive win for Yale against Brown in their recent meetings, showcasing Yale's dominance in this matchup. The Bulldogs improved their overall record to 18-4, while the Bears fell to 7-15.
Yale entered the game with a recent record of 7-3 over their last ten games, though they were coming off a loss to Harvard. Their scoring average during this stretch was 79.9 points per game, with an average of 71.6 points allowed. In their last five games, they had been particularly strong, averaging 83.6 points scored while allowing 67.4 points. At home, Yale has maintained a record of 5-1, demonstrating their strength in familiar territory.
In contrast, Brown has struggled recently, holding a record of 3-7 in their last ten games and currently on a four-game losing streak. They averaged 76.0 points scored and allowed 69.6 points during this stretch. Their away record was particularly concerning, as they have yet to secure a win in three attempts on the road this season. This game against Yale was their second meeting this season, with Yale having previously defeated Brown 70-53 on January 6.
The Bulldogs' performance was bolstered by their strong home court advantage, as they have consistently outperformed their opponents at the John J. Lee Amphitheater. The last five meetings between these two teams have all favored Yale, with scores of 79-58, 70-61, and 70-53 in their previous encounters.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, so it is unclear if either team was missing key players. However, the absence of top performers can significantly impact game dynamics, especially in a competitive league like NCAAB.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Yale favored by 15.5 points, with a total set at 140.5. The odds reflected a strong belief in Yale's ability to dominate this matchup, which they ultimately did. The Bulldogs' money line was set at -1650, while Brown's was at +950, indicating a significant disparity in perceived strength between the two teams.
Conditions during the game were not specified, but typically, factors such as crowd support, court conditions, and player stamina can influence the outcome of a basketball game. Fans watching the game would have noted Yale's offensive strategies, particularly their ability to score effectively in the second half, where they maintained a lead and executed crucial free throws to seal their victory.
Overall, this matchup highlighted Yale's continued success in the league and their ability to perform under pressure at home, while Brown will need to reassess their strategies moving forward to break their losing streak.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | YALE -15.5 | 140.5 o -105 / u -115 | Brown Bears +950 · Yale Bulldogs -1650 |
Leaders
- PointsRiley Fox23Yale Bulldogs
- AssistsNick Townsend6Yale Bulldogs
- ReboundsNick Townsend13Yale Bulldogs
- PointsLuke Paragon15Brown Bears
- AssistsMalcolm Wrisby-Jefferson4Brown Bears
- ReboundsMalcolm Wrisby-Jefferson5Brown Bears
Recent form
Yale Bulldogs
Last 10: 7-3Streak L179.9 scored · 71.6 allowed per game5-1 at home
- L65-67vs Harvard CrimsonFeb 1
- W83-68vs Dartmouth Big GreenJan 31
- W77-60at Pennsylvania QuakersJan 24
- W91-74vs Columbia LionsJan 19
- W102-68vs Cornell Big RedJan 17
- L60-76at Princeton TigersJan 10
- W70-53at Brown BearsJan 6
- L78-102at Alabama Crimson TideDec 30
- W93-82vs UAlbany Great DanesDec 10
- W80-66vs UIC FlamesDec 7
Brown Bears
Last 10: 3-7Streak L476 scored · 69.6 allowed per game0-3 away
- 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
- W115-34vs Elms BlazersDec 6
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 | Yale Bulldogs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-58 | 26-46 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 57 |
| Three-pointers | 9-25 | 12-25 |
| Three-point % | 36 | 48 |
| Free throws | 8-9 | 17-28 |
| Free throw % | 89 | 61 |
| Rebounds | 26 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 5 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 27 |
| Assists | 16 | 18 |
| Steals | 7 | 4 |
| Blocks | 1 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 4 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 22 |
| Fouls | 19 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 10 | 12 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 37 | 51 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half44-37Riley Fox makes 26-foot three pointer (Nick Townsend assists)
- 2nd Half44-40Riley Fox makes 28-foot three point jumper (Casey Simmons assists)
- 2nd Half46-40Landon Lewis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half46-41Nick Townsend makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-41Landon Lewis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-41Adrian Uchidiuno makes driving layup
- 2nd Half49-42Trevor Mullin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-43Trevor Mullin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-45Riley Fox makes 18-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half51-45Landon Lewis makes 13-foot hook shot (Charlie O'Sullivan assists)
- 2nd Half51-48Riley Fox makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jordan Brathwaite assists)
- 2nd Half53-48Malcolm Wrisby-Jefferson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half53-49Samson Aletan makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-49N'famara Dabo makes layup (Malcolm Wrisby-Jefferson assists)
- 2nd Half55-50Trevor Mullin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-51Trevor Mullin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-51Luke Paragon makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-54Isaac Celiscar makes 23-foot three point jumper (Riley Fox assists)
- 2nd Half57-57Jordan Brathwaite makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half60-57Luke Paragon makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half61-57Luke Paragon makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half61-59Riley Fox makes driving layup
- 2nd Half64-59Jeremiah Jenkins makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half64-62Nick Townsend makes 25-foot three point jumper (Riley Fox assists)
- 2nd Half65-62N'famara Dabo makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-62N'famara Dabo makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-63Nick Townsend makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-66Nick Townsend makes 25-foot three point jumper (Casey Simmons assists)
- 2nd Half66-68Nick Townsend makes driving layup
- 2nd Half66-70Casey Simmons makes layup (Nick Townsend assists)
- 2nd Half66-71Nick Townsend makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-73Casey Simmons makes 1-foot dunk (Trevor Mullin assists)
- 2nd Half66-75Riley Fox makes 17-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half66-76Riley Fox makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-77Casey Simmons makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-77Adrian Uchidiuno makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jeremiah Jenkins assists)
- 2nd Half69-78Nick Townsend makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-79Nick Townsend makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-80Nick Townsend makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-81Nick Townsend makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Yale Bulldogs, below favours Brown Bears.
Venue
- John J. Lee AmphitheaterNew Haven, CT
- Attendance1101
- OfficialsNathan Hall, Greg Evans, Tim Smith
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