Samford Bulldogs Edge Cornell Big Red in Thrilling Finish
Sunday, December 7, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Pete Hanna Center
Samford Bulldogs 93, Cornell Big Red 90, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Cornell Big Red vs Samford Bulldogs?
Samford Bulldogs beat Cornell Big Red 93-90 at Pete Hanna Center on December 7, 2025.
Who was favored in Cornell Big Red vs Samford Bulldogs?
Samford Bulldogs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -148 (about 60% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Samford Bulldogs triumphed over the Cornell Big Red with a final score of 93-90 at the Pete Hanna Center. This victory marks a significant moment for Samford, as they had previously lost to Cornell in their only prior meeting on November 8, 2024, where they fell short with a score of 86-88.
The Bulldogs entered the game with a home record of 5-6 and were looking to break a two-game losing streak, having lost their last two games against VCU Rams and Utah Valley Wolverines. Over their last ten games, Samford's record stood at 4-6, with an average of 72.0 points scored per game, while allowing an average of 79.6 points. In their last five games, they struggled, recording just one win and averaging 62.8 points scored while allowing 78.6 points.
On the other hand, the Cornell Big Red came into the game with a record of 5-5, also experiencing a two-game losing streak. Their recent performance showed a scoring average of 90.5 points per game, with an average of 85.5 points allowed. In their last five games, they managed to secure three wins, averaging 94.2 points scored and allowing 85.6 points.
The game featured a competitive atmosphere, as both teams fought hard for the win. The Bulldogs had a home advantage, with a home record of 1-1 in their last two games, while Cornell had a weaker away record of 2-5. The odds provided by DraftKings indicated that Samford was favored at -2.5, with a total set at 166.5.
As the game progressed, the tension escalated, especially in the second half where crucial scoring plays unfolded. Jadin Booth made a free throw that brought Cornell to 84 points, but Samford responded with a series of free throws and a two-point tip shot from Jake Fiegen, who played a pivotal role in the closing moments. The final stretch saw Keaton Norris and Cade Norris contribute with free throws, sealing the victory for Samford at 93 points.
The conditions at the Pete Hanna Center were conducive for an exciting game, and the atmosphere was electric as fans witnessed a high-scoring affair. Viewers were treated to a showcase of offensive skills, particularly from both teams' ability to score in the paint and from the free-throw line.
In summary, the Samford Bulldogs' victory over the Cornell Big Red was a testament to their resilience, overcoming previous setbacks and showcasing their scoring capabilities in a thrilling finish.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SAM -2.5 | 166.5 o -112 / u -108 | Cornell Big Red +124 · Samford Bulldogs -148 |
Leaders
- PointsJadin Booth30Samford Bulldogs
- AssistsKeaton Norris7Samford Bulldogs
- ReboundsDylan Faulkner12Samford Bulldogs
- PointsCooper Noard23Cornell Big Red
- AssistsJacob Beccles5Cornell Big Red
- ReboundsJake Fiegen10Cornell Big Red
Recent form
Samford Bulldogs
Last 10: 4-6Streak L272 scored · 79.6 allowed per game1-1 at home
- L57-83at VCU RamsDec 6
- L45-89at Utah Valley WolverinesNov 26
- W78-63at Georgia State PanthersNov 25
- L72-81at New Mexico State AggiesNov 22
- L62-77vs Florida Gulf Coast EaglesNov 20
- W84-77at Central Arkansas BearsNov 16
- L75-79at Arkansas RazorbacksNov 15
- W93-90at Texas Southern TigersNov 13
- W82-72vs South Carolina State BulldogsNov 8
- L72-85at Tulane Green WaveNov 4
Cornell Big Red
Last 10: 5-5Streak L290.5 scored · 85.5 allowed per game2-5 away
- 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
- L65-76at Illinois State RedbirdsNov 9
- L102-110at Kent State Golden FlashesNov 8
- L84-90at Yale BulldogsMar 16
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 |
| East Tennessee State | 23-11 | - | 13-5 |
| Mercer | 19-13 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Wofford | 19-13 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Samford | 18-14 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Furman | 22-13 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Western Carolina | 15-16 | 3 | 10-8 |
| UNC Greensboro | 15-19 | 4 | 9-9 |
| Chattanooga | 13-19 | 6 | 7-11 |
| The Citadel | 11-22 | 6 | 7-11 |
| VMI | 6-26 | 12 | 1-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Cornell Big Red | Samford Bulldogs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 32-76 | 32-58 |
| Field goal % | 42 | 55 |
| Three-pointers | 13-37 | 6-21 |
| Three-point % | 35 | 29 |
| Free throws | 13-18 | 23-33 |
| Free throw % | 72 | 70 |
| Rebounds | 42 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 17 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 29 |
| Assists | 19 | 18 |
| Steals | 7 | 4 |
| Blocks | 1 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 12 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 46 |
| Fouls | 26 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 15 | 6 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 63 | 23 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half63-54Dylan Faulkner made Layup.
- 2nd Half63-56Jaxon Pollard made Layup.
- 2nd Half65-56Jake Fiegen made Jumper.
- 2nd Half65-58Jadin Booth made Layup.
- 2nd Half65-61Jadin Booth made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jaxon Pollard.
- 2nd Half67-61Cooper Noard made Layup. Assisted by Kaspar Sepp.
- 2nd Half67-63Jadin Booth made Layup.
- 2nd Half67-65Keaton Norris made Jumper.
- 2nd Half67-67Jadin Booth made Layup. Assisted by Keaton Norris.
- 2nd Half68-67Adam Hinton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-67Adam Hinton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-67Adam Hinton made Layup. Assisted by Josh Baldwin.
- 2nd Half71-68Dylan Faulkner made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-69Dylan Faulkner made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-71Jadin Booth made Layup.
- 2nd Half74-71Adam Hinton made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Josh Baldwin.
- 2nd Half74-73Zion Wilburn made Layup.
- 2nd Half74-75Cade Norris made Layup. Assisted by Jadin Booth.
- 2nd Half74-76Dylan Faulkner made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-77Dylan Faulkner made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-77DJ Nix made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jacob Beccles.
- 2nd Half77-79Dylan Faulkner made Layup. Assisted by Keaton Norris.
- 2nd Half77-80Jadin Booth made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-81Jadin Booth made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-83Dylan Faulkner made Dunk. Assisted by Jadin Booth.
- 2nd Half79-83Cooper Noard made Jumper.
- 2nd Half81-83Adam Hinton made Layup.
- 2nd Half82-83Adam Hinton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half82-84Dylan Faulkner made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half84-84Cooper Noard made Jumper.
- 2nd Half84-87Jadin Booth made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Keaton Norris.
- 2nd Half84-88Jadin Booth made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half84-89Jadin Booth made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half86-89Jake Fiegen made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half87-89Jake Fiegen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half87-90Keaton Norris made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half87-91Cade Norris made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half90-91Ian Imegwu made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half90-92Keaton Norris made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half90-93Keaton Norris made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Samford Bulldogs, below favours Cornell Big Red.
Venue
- Pete Hanna CenterHomewood, AL
- Attendance1413
- OfficialsBarry Mathis, Art Vaulk, Glenn Truitt
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