Pennsylvania Quakers Defeat Cornell Big Red 82-76
Saturday, February 14, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · The Palestra
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Quick answers
Who won Cornell Big Red vs Pennsylvania Quakers?
Pennsylvania Quakers beat Cornell Big Red 82-76 at The Palestra on February 14, 2026.
Who was favored in Cornell Big Red vs Pennsylvania Quakers?
Cornell Big Red were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -148 (about 60% implied). The underdog won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Pennsylvania Quakers secured an 82-76 victory over the Cornell Big Red at The Palestra. This game was significant not only because of the rivalry between the two teams but also due to the implications for their respective standings in the league. The Quakers improved their record to 14-10, while the Big Red fell to 12-12.
The Quakers entered the game with a home record of 13-10 and had recently shown a mixed form, going 5-5 in their last ten games. They were riding a two-game winning streak, scoring an average of 74.2 points while allowing 72.3 points during this stretch. Their last five games saw them average 68.4 points scored and 70.8 points allowed, indicating a slight dip in offensive production but a solid defensive effort.
On the other hand, Cornell had a record of 12-11 and was also 5-5 in their last ten games, but they were coming off a win, having scored an impressive average of 91.9 points while allowing 85.5 points in their recent outings. Their last five games showcased a strong offensive output, averaging 86.2 points scored against 73.6 points allowed.
This game was not just about current form; it also had historical context. In their previous meeting on January 31, 2026, the Quakers had defeated the Big Red 91-81. Overall, Pennsylvania had a 1-2 record against Cornell in their last three matchups, having lost twice in the 2025 season.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but such information often plays a crucial role in the dynamics of a game. As for the betting market, DraftKings had the Big Red favored by 2.5 points, with a total set at 169.5. The odds for the over and under were both -110. The moneyline odds showed the Quakers at +124 and the Big Red at -148, indicating a slight preference for Cornell.
The conditions at The Palestra were conducive to an exciting game, with both teams looking to assert themselves early. The Quakers utilized their home court advantage effectively, and the game featured several key scoring plays in the second half that kept the crowd engaged. Notable moments included free throws from Ethan Roberts that helped extend the Quakers' lead, and driving layups from Jake Fiegen and Jacob Beccles that showcased the offensive capabilities of both teams.
As the game progressed, the Quakers maintained their composure, particularly in the closing moments, where they capitalized on free throw opportunities to secure the win. The final scoring plays highlighted the Quakers' ability to execute under pressure, sealing their victory with successful free throws from AJ Levine.
Overall, this matchup underscored the competitive nature of the league, with both teams demonstrating their strengths and weaknesses. The Quakers' ability to win at home against a rival team adds to their confidence as they look to build on this victory moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | COR -2.5 | 169.5 o -110 / u -110 | Cornell Big Red -148 · Pennsylvania Quakers +124 |
Leaders
- PointsTJ Power17Pennsylvania Quakers
- AssistsAJ Levine4Pennsylvania Quakers
- ReboundsTJ Power8Pennsylvania Quakers
- PointsJake Fiegen17Cornell Big Red
- AssistsCooper Noard3Cornell Big Red
- ReboundsJake Fiegen8Cornell Big Red
Recent form
Pennsylvania Quakers
Last 10: 5-5Streak W274.2 scored · 72.3 allowed per game3-1 at home
- W61-60vs Princeton TigersFeb 7
- W91-81at Cornell Big RedJan 31
- L67-72at Columbia LionsJan 31
- L60-77vs Yale BulldogsJan 24
- L63-64at Harvard CrimsonJan 19
- W84-74at Dartmouth Big GreenJan 17
- W81-73vs Brown BearsJan 10
- L76-78at Princeton TigersJan 6
- W80-61vs NJIT HighlandersDec 31
- L79-83at George Mason PatriotsDec 28
Cornell Big Red
Last 10: 5-5Streak W191.9 scored · 85.5 allowed per game3-2 away
- W88-67at Columbia LionsFeb 7
- L81-91vs Pennsylvania QuakersJan 31
- W87-64vs Princeton TigersJan 30
- W86-79at Harvard CrimsonJan 24
- W89-67at Brown BearsJan 19
- L68-102at Yale BulldogsJan 17
- L91-102vs Dartmouth Big GreenJan 10
- L99-104vs Columbia LionsJan 5
- W133-65vs Alfred State PioneersJan 2
- L97-114at Michigan State SpartansDec 30
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 | Cornell Big Red | Pennsylvania Quakers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-63 | 26-61 |
| Field goal % | 48 | 43 |
| Three-pointers | 6-23 | 3-20 |
| Three-point % | 26 | 15 |
| Free throws | 10-21 | 27-41 |
| Free throw % | 48 | 66 |
| Rebounds | 41 | 40 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 28 |
| Assists | 14 | 11 |
| Steals | 6 | 9 |
| Blocks | 1 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 23 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 21 |
| Points in the paint | 48 | 44 |
| Fouls | 29 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 10 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 18 | 72 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half49-50Gioacchino Panzini makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-53TJ Power makes 25-foot three point jumper (AJ Levine assists)
- 2nd Half50-53Josh Baldwin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-54Lucas Lueth makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-55Lucas Lueth makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-57Lucas Lueth makes driving layup (Jay Jones assists)
- 2nd Half50-59Lucas Lueth makes 2-foot dunk (AJ Levine assists)
- 2nd Half52-59Gioacchino Panzini makes 1-foot dunk (Corbin Zentner assists)
- 2nd Half52-60AJ Levine makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-61Jay Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-61Adam Hinton makes 5-foot jumper
- 2nd Half54-63Ethan Roberts makes driving layup (AJ Levine assists)
- 2nd Half54-64Ethan Roberts makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half56-64Kaspar Sepp makes layup
- 2nd Half59-64Jake Fiegen makes 27-foot three point jumper (Kaspar Sepp assists)
- 2nd Half59-65AJ Levine makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-66AJ Levine makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-67AJ Levine makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-69AJ Levine makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-69Kaspar Sepp makes layup (Cooper Noard assists)
- 2nd Half61-71Lucas Lueth makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half63-71Kaspar Sepp makes layup (Adam Hinton assists)
- 2nd Half63-72Jay Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-72Jake Fiegen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-72Jake Fiegen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-73Jay Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-74Jay Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-74Jake Fiegen makes driving layup (Josh Baldwin assists)
- 2nd Half67-75Jay Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-76Jay Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-76Cooper Noard makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jacob Beccles assists)
- 2nd Half70-77Jay Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-78Jay Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-78Jake Fiegen makes driving layup
- 2nd Half72-79Ethan Roberts makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-80Ethan Roberts makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-80Jacob Beccles makes driving layup
- 2nd Half76-80Jake Fiegen makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half76-81AJ Levine makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-82AJ Levine makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Pennsylvania Quakers, below favours Cornell Big Red.
Venue
- The PalestraPhiladelphia, PA
- Attendance1837
- OfficialsCarl Luciano, Adam Vandenburgh, David Powell
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