Princeton Tigers Defeat Bucknell Bison 73-63 at Home
Tuesday, November 11, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Jadwin Gymnasium
Princeton Tigers 73, Bucknell Bison 63, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Bucknell Bison vs Princeton Tigers?
Princeton Tigers beat Bucknell Bison 73-63 at Jadwin Gymnasium on November 11, 2025.
The Princeton Tigers secured a solid victory against the Bucknell Bison with a final score of 73-63 in their matchup at Jadwin Gymnasium. This game was particularly noteworthy as it marked a significant turnaround for Princeton, who had been struggling with a two-game losing streak prior to this contest. The Tigers improved their home record to 2-1, while Bucknell fell to 2-2 on the season.
Princeton entered the game with a mixed recent form, holding a record of 4-6 over their last ten games. They had averaged 67.5 points scored while allowing 76.4 points per game during this stretch, highlighting their defensive vulnerabilities. Their last five games showed a slight improvement, with an average of 72.8 points scored and 80.8 points allowed. In contrast, Bucknell was riding a wave of success, boasting a record of 9-1 in their last ten games, including a two-game winning streak. The Bison had averaged 77.0 points scored and 66.7 points allowed, indicating a strong offensive performance and solid defense.
In terms of home and away performance, Princeton had a home record of 2-1, while Bucknell had been strong on the road with an away record of 4-0. This matchup was anticipated to be a test for both teams, with Princeton looking to capitalize on their home advantage and Bucknell aiming to extend their winning streak.
The two teams had faced each other previously, but specific details of past meetings were not provided in the block. However, the context of this game suggested a competitive atmosphere, given both teams' current forms.
Injury reports were not mentioned, which suggests both teams may have had their key players available for this game. This absence of injury concerns could have contributed to the intensity and competitiveness displayed on the court.
The market had priced Princeton as the favorites in this matchup, reflecting their home court advantage and the need for a bounce-back performance. Specific odds were not provided, but the context indicated that Princeton was expected to perform well at home.
Conditions in Jadwin Gymnasium were conducive to a competitive game, with a home crowd likely providing support for the Tigers. As the game progressed, viewers witnessed a series of free throws that played a crucial role in the final score. Dalen Davis and Jayden Williams were key contributors in the second half, with multiple free throws that helped Princeton maintain their lead. The scoring plays included several free throws from both players, showcasing their ability to capitalize on opportunities at the charity stripe.
Overall, this game served as a critical moment for Princeton, who managed to halt their losing streak and demonstrate resilience against a strong Bucknell team. The final score of 73-63 not only reflects the Tigers' ability to perform under pressure but also sets the stage for their upcoming games as they look to build on this victory.
Leaders
- PointsDalen Davis25Princeton Tigers
- AssistsJacob Huggins4Princeton Tigers
- ReboundsJack Stanton7Princeton Tigers
- PointsAmon Dörries12Bucknell Bison
- AssistsJayden Williams4Bucknell Bison
- ReboundsAmon Dörries7Bucknell Bison
Recent form
Princeton Tigers
Last 10: 4-6Streak L267.5 scored · 76.4 allowed per game2-1 at home
- L69-104at Akron ZipsNov 8
- L57-59at Yale BulldogsMar 15
- W95-71vs Pennsylvania QuakersMar 8
- L70-102at Cornell Big RedMar 2
- W73-68at Columbia LionsMar 1
- L61-76vs Dartmouth Big GreenFeb 23
- W76-71vs Harvard CrimsonFeb 22
- L57-84at Yale BulldogsFeb 16
- L56-70at Brown BearsFeb 15
- W61-59at Pennsylvania QuakersFeb 8
Bucknell Bison
Last 10: 9-1Streak W277 scored · 66.7 allowed per game4-0 away
- W73-62at Mount St. Mary's MountaineersNov 8
- W78-70vs Delaware Blue HensNov 4
- L77-83vs Navy MidshipmenMar 9
- W76-72vs Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsMar 7
- W94-81at Holy Cross CrusadersMar 1
- W70-67at Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsFeb 27
- W84-53vs Army Black KnightsFeb 23
- W67-50vs Lehigh Mountain HawksFeb 18
- W75-69at Lafayette LeopardsFeb 15
- W76-60vs Boston University TerriersFeb 13
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Navy | 26-8 | - | 17-1 |
| Colgate | 18-15 | 6 | 11-7 |
| Lehigh | 18-17 | 6 | 11-7 |
| Boston University | 17-17 | 7 | 10-8 |
| American University | 16-16 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Loyola Maryland | 12-20 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Lafayette | 11-21 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Bucknell | 10-23 | 11 | 6-12 |
| Army | 11-21 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Holy Cross | 11-22 | 12 | 5-13 |
| 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 | Bucknell Bison | Princeton Tigers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-51 | 22-53 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 6-20 | 10-28 |
| Three-point % | 30 | 36 |
| Free throws | 15-21 | 19-29 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 66 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 28 |
| Assists | 10 | 10 |
| Steals | 8 | 5 |
| Blocks | 2 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 18 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 0 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 12 |
| Fouls | 22 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 12 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half34-40Jacob Huggins made Free Throw.
- 1st Half34-41Jacob Huggins made Free Throw.
- 1st Half36-41Brandon McCreesh made Jumper. Assisted by Amon Dörries.
- 2nd Half38-41Ruot Bijiek made Layup.
- 2nd Half38-43Dalen Davis made Jumper. Assisted by Jacob Huggins.
- 2nd Half40-43Jayden Williams made Jumper.
- 2nd Half42-43Amon Dörries made Layup. Assisted by Jayden Williams.
- 2nd Half43-43Grgur Brcic made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-45Jackson Hicke made Jumper. Assisted by Jacob Huggins.
- 2nd Half43-48Jack Stanton made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jackson Hicke.
- 2nd Half44-48Grgur Brcic made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-48Quin Berger made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jayden Williams.
- 2nd Half47-50Dalen Davis made Jumper.
- 2nd Half49-50Achile Spadone made Layup. Assisted by Jayden Williams.
- 2nd Half49-53Jack Stanton made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half49-56Landon Clark made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dalen Davis.
- 2nd Half50-56Amon Dörries made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-57Dalen Davis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-57Brandon McCreesh made Jumper.
- 2nd Half52-59Jackson Hicke made Jumper.
- 2nd Half53-59Amon Dörries made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-59Grgur Brcic made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half55-60Malik Abdullahi made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-62Dalen Davis made Layup.
- 2nd Half56-62Achile Spadone made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-62Achile Spadone made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-62Ruot Bijiek made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-62Ruot Bijiek made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-63Jacob Huggins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-65Dalen Davis made Layup.
- 2nd Half59-67Dalen Davis made Layup.
- 2nd Half61-67Amon Dörries made Layup. Assisted by Brandon McCreesh.
- 2nd Half61-68Dalen Davis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-69Dalen Davis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-69Jayden Williams made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-69Jayden Williams made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-70Dalen Davis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-71Dalen Davis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-72Jack Stanton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-73Jack Stanton made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Princeton Tigers, below favours Bucknell Bison.
Venue
- Jadwin GymnasiumPrinceton, NJ
- Attendance1134
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