NCAAB · Final

Yale Bulldogs Dominate Cornell Big Red 102-68

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Saturday, January 17, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · John J. Lee Amphitheater

Yale Bulldogs 102, Cornell Big Red 68, 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 Cornell Big Red vs Yale Bulldogs?

Yale Bulldogs beat Cornell Big Red 102-68 at John J. Lee Amphitheater on January 17, 2026.

Who was favored in Cornell Big Red vs Yale Bulldogs?

Yale Bulldogs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -500 (about 83% implied). The favorite won.

In a commanding display, the Yale Bulldogs secured a decisive victory over the Cornell Big Red, finishing the game with a score of 102-68. This matchup, held at the John J. Lee Amphitheater, showcased Yale's offensive prowess and solidified their strong home record of 13-3. The Bulldogs, despite entering the game on a one-game losing streak, demonstrated their capability to rebound effectively after a recent loss to the Princeton Tigers.

Yale's recent form has been impressive, with an 8-2 record in their last ten games, averaging 82.5 points scored and allowing 72.4 points per game. This performance at home has been particularly strong, as they maintained a perfect 4-0 record in their last four home games. The Bulldogs' scoring average has been consistent, although they faced a setback against Princeton, where they lost 60-76. Prior to that, they had notable victories against teams like the UAlbany Great Danes and the UIC Flames.

On the other side, the Cornell Big Red entered the game with a 7-9 overall record and a 4-6 mark in their last ten games. They have struggled recently, losing their last two games, including a high-scoring affair against the Dartmouth Big Green where they fell 91-102. Cornell's offense has been prolific, averaging 96.9 points per game over their last ten, but their defense has been a liability, allowing an average of 88.7 points. This trend continued against Yale, where they could not keep pace defensively.

The historical context of this fixture also adds intrigue, as Yale has dominated their recent meetings with Cornell, winning all three encounters in the 2025 season. The last three matchups resulted in scores of 90-84, 92-88, and 103-88 in favor of Yale, indicating a consistent trend of offensive superiority.

In terms of player availability, the block did not provide specific details on injuries affecting either team, but the overall depth and performance of Yale's roster have been evident in their recent games. The Bulldogs' ability to score from various positions on the court has been a significant factor in their success.

Before the game, the betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Yale favored by 9.5 points, with a total set at 174.5. The odds reflected the Bulldogs' strong home performance and recent form, while Cornell's struggles on the road were also considered in the line.

The conditions during the game were conducive to a high-scoring affair, and Yale took full advantage. They executed their offensive game plan effectively, highlighted by a series of impressive plays in the second half. Notable moments included Nick Townsend's 24-foot three-point jumper and Gioacchino Panzini's long-range shot, both of which contributed to Yale's scoring surge.

As the game progressed, Yale maintained control, with their lead expanding significantly in the second half. They showcased their ability to drive to the basket and convert from beyond the arc, which proved too much for Cornell to handle. The final score of 102-68 reflects not only the Bulldogs' offensive efficiency but also their defensive efforts to limit Cornell's scoring opportunities.

In summary, the Yale Bulldogs delivered a statement win against the Cornell Big Red, reinforcing their position as a formidable force in the league. With this victory, Yale continues to build momentum as they look ahead to the rest of the season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	YALE -9.5	174.5 o -112 / u -108	Cornell Big Red +380 · Yale Bulldogs -500

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Leaders

PointsRiley Fox21Yale Bulldogs
AssistsIsaac Celiscar10Yale Bulldogs
ReboundsNick Townsend8Yale Bulldogs
PointsCooper Noard14Cornell Big Red
AssistsJosh Baldwin3Cornell Big Red
ReboundsKaspar Sepp4Cornell Big Red

Recent form

Yale Bulldogs

Last 10: 8-2Streak L182.5 scored · 72.4 allowed per game4-0 at home

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
W79-61vs Brandeis JudgesDec 4
W117-53vs SUNY Maritime PrivateersDec 3
W77-74at Vermont CatamountsNov 30
W97-94at Akron ZipsNov 25
W74-63at Charleston CougarsNov 23

Cornell Big Red

Last 10: 4-6Streak L296.9 scored · 88.7 allowed per game2-4 away

L91-102vs Dartmouth Big GreenJan 10
L99-104vs Columbia LionsJan 5
W133-65vs Alfred State PioneersJan 2
L97-114at Michigan State SpartansDec 30
W83-75at UAlbany Great DanesDec 21
L90-93at Samford BulldogsDec 8
L80-93at Towson TigersDec 4
L81-99at George Mason PatriotsDec 3
W101-72at Bucknell BisonNov 30
W114-70vs Misericordia CougarsNov 26

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	Yale Bulldogs
Field goals	23-68	39-64
Field goal %	34	61
Three-pointers	11-43	12-25
Three-point %	26	48
Free throws	11-15	12-18
Free throw %	73	67
Rebounds	33	42
Offensive rebounds	13	7
Defensive rebounds	20	35
Assists	12	22
Steals	2	3
Blocks	2	3
Turnovers	9	5
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	9	17
Fast-break points	7	21
Points in the paint	24	42
Fouls	16	15
Largest lead	3	38
Lead changes	2	2
Time in front	1	91

How the scoring went

1st Half36-57Jake Fiegen makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jacob Beccles assists)
1st Half36-59Trevor Mullin makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half39-59Cooper Noard makes 25-foot three point jumper (Josh Baldwin assists)
2nd Half39-62Nick Townsend makes 24-foot three point jumper (Isaac Celiscar assists)
2nd Half39-65Trevor Mullin makes 24-foot three point jumper (Nick Townsend assists)
2nd Half39-67Samson Aletan makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (Isaac Celiscar assists)
2nd Half39-69Trevor Mullin makes 6-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half42-69Cooper Noard makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jacob Beccles assists)
2nd Half42-71Nick Townsend makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half42-72Isaac Celiscar makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half42-73Isaac Celiscar makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half44-73Cooper Noard makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half44-75Riley Fox makes 15-foot jumper (Trevor Mullin assists)
2nd Half44-77Riley Fox makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half46-77Kaspar Sepp makes driving layup
2nd Half46-79Nick Townsend makes driving layup
2nd Half48-79Gioacchino Panzini makes driving layup
2nd Half48-82Jordan Brathwaite makes 24-foot three point jumper (Casey Simmons assists)
2nd Half50-82Adam Hinton makes driving layup
2nd Half50-84Casey Simmons makes driving layup
2nd Half50-86Devon Arlington makes driving layup
2nd Half50-88Riley Fox makes driving layup
2nd Half52-88DaMaryon Fishburn makes driving layup (Ian Imegwu assists)
2nd Half53-88DJ Nix makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half53-90Riley Fox makes driving layup
2nd Half56-90Ian Imegwu makes 25-foot three point jumper (Mateen Rafiq assists)
2nd Half57-90Jax Abalos makes free throw 1 of 3
2nd Half58-90Jax Abalos makes free throw 2 of 3
2nd Half59-90Jax Abalos makes free throw 3 of 3
2nd Half61-90Jake Fiegen makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half61-92Casey Simmons makes layup (Isaac Celiscar assists)
2nd Half61-93Samson Aletan makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half61-94Samson Aletan makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half61-95Samson Aletan makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half63-95DaMaryon Fishburn makes driving layup
2nd Half63-98Nick Townsend makes 24-foot three point jumper (Isaac Celiscar assists)
2nd Half63-100Courtney Wallace makes driving layup
2nd Half66-100Gioacchino Panzini makes 25-foot three point jumper (DaMaryon Fishburn assists)
2nd Half66-102Alvin Loving makes driving layup
2nd Half68-102Jax Abalos makes 10-foot step back jumpshot