Dartmouth Tops Brown in Overtime Thriller
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · Pizzitola Sports Center
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Quick answers
Who won Dartmouth Big Green vs Brown Bears?
Dartmouth Big Green beat Brown Bears 77-70 at Pizzitola Sports Center on January 31, 2026.
Who was favored in Dartmouth Big Green vs Brown Bears?
Brown Bears were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -130 (about 57% implied). The underdog won.
In a gripping overtime clash, the Dartmouth Big Green edged out the Brown Bears with a final score of 77-70 at the Pizzitola Sports Center. This victory marks Dartmouth's third consecutive win over Brown in their recent matchups, extending their head-to-head record to 2-0 in the current season.
Both teams entered the game with contrasting recent forms. Brown, with a home record of 7-13, had struggled lately, going 4-6 in their last ten games and currently on a two-game losing streak. Their average points scored during this stretch was 76.2, while they allowed 67.2 points per game. In their last five games, Brown averaged only 66.4 points scored, while their defense allowed 76.6 points, indicating a significant drop in their performance.
On the other hand, Dartmouth boasted a more favorable away record of 10-10, with a recent record of 6-4 over their last ten games. They had an average of 80.0 points scored and allowed 74.1 points during this period, showcasing their offensive strength. However, they were also coming off a loss in their previous game against Columbia Lions, where they fell 69-79.
The matchup was particularly interesting due to both teams' performances at home and away. Brown had a home record of 4-2 over their last six home games, while Dartmouth was 3-2 in their last five away games, making this contest a crucial one for both teams.
In terms of previous meetings, the two teams faced off twice in the previous season, with Dartmouth winning both encounters. The first meeting was a narrow victory for Dartmouth, who won 84-83 at Brown, and the second was a more decisive 78-58 win at home.
Injury concerns also played a role in the game, though the block did not specify any injuries affecting either team. This absence of information leaves a gap in understanding how player availability might have influenced the game's outcome.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Brown favored by a spread of -1.5, with a total set at 142.5 points. The moneyline showed Brown at -130.0 and Dartmouth at +110.0, indicating a close contest as expected by the bookmakers.
Conditions during the game were not detailed in the block, but the stakes were high for both teams as they sought to improve their standings. Fans were treated to a tense overtime period, with scoring plays highlighting the back-and-forth nature of the contest. Key moments included Jackson Munro's crucial free throws and Connor Amundsen's jumper that helped seal the victory for Dartmouth.
As the game concluded, it was evident that Dartmouth's resilience and ability to execute under pressure allowed them to secure the win, while Brown's struggles continued, leaving them with a home record that does not reflect their potential.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | BRWN -1.5 | 142.5 o -110 / u -110 | Dartmouth Big Green +110 · Brown Bears -130 |
Leaders
- PointsLandon Lewis21Brown Bears
- AssistsJeremiah Jenkins6Brown Bears
- ReboundsLandon Lewis14Brown Bears
- PointsKareem Thomas17Dartmouth Big Green
- AssistsConnor Amundsen4Dartmouth Big Green
- ReboundsJackson Munro7Dartmouth Big Green
Recent form
Brown Bears
Last 10: 4-6Streak L276.2 scored · 67.2 allowed per game4-2 at home
- 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
- W75-56vs Bryant BulldogsDec 6
- L56-66at Rhode Island RamsDec 3
Dartmouth Big Green
Last 10: 6-4Streak L180 scored · 74.1 allowed per game3-2 away
- L69-79vs Columbia LionsJan 24
- W71-69vs Princeton TigersJan 19
- L74-84vs Pennsylvania QuakersJan 17
- W102-91at Cornell Big RedJan 10
- W76-68at Harvard CrimsonJan 6
- W107-43vs Elms BlazersJan 1
- L72-94at Florida GatorsDec 29
- L63-85at Sacred Heart PioneersDec 19
- W89-64at Holy Cross CrusadersDec 16
- W77-64vs Boston University TerriersDec 13
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 | Dartmouth Big Green | Brown Bears |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-52 | 25-71 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 35 |
| Three-pointers | 7-26 | 8-27 |
| Three-point % | 27 | 30 |
| Free throws | 24-28 | 12-17 |
| Free throw % | 86 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 47 |
| Offensive rebounds | 4 | 20 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 27 |
| Assists | 10 | 13 |
| Steals | 6 | 7 |
| Blocks | 10 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 3 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 18 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 30 |
| Fouls | 16 | 22 |
| Largest lead | 14 | 6 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 74 | 18 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half42-32Connor Amundsen makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half42-34Landon Lewis makes layup
- 2nd Half42-36N'famara Dabo makes layup
- 2nd Half45-36Jayden Williams makes 25-foot three point jumper (Nikola Abusara assists)
- 2nd Half45-39Isaiah Langham makes 25-foot three point jumper (Landon Lewis assists)
- 2nd Half45-41Landon Lewis makes layup (Isaiah Langham assists)
- 2nd Half45-44Malcolm Wrisby-Jefferson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jeremiah Jenkins assists)
- 2nd Half46-44Kareem Thomas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-44Kareem Thomas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-44Connor Amundsen makes 15-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half49-46Jeremiah Jenkins makes 17-foot jumper
- 2nd Half49-48Malcolm Wrisby-Jefferson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half51-48Brandon Mitchell-Day makes layup
- 2nd Half52-48Jayden Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-48Jayden Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-49Landon Lewis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-50Landon Lewis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-50Connor Amundsen makes driving layup
- 2nd Half55-52Landon Lewis makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half58-52Jackson Munro makes 25-foot three point jumper (Connor Amundsen assists)
- 2nd Half61-52Kareem Thomas makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half61-54Landon Lewis makes 13-foot floating jump shot (Jeremiah Jenkins assists)
- 2nd Half63-54Cameron McNamee makes layup
- 2nd Half63-56Jeremiah Jenkins makes driving layup
- 2nd Half63-59Luke Paragon makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jeremiah Jenkins assists)
- 2nd Half63-62Charlie O'Sullivan makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jeremiah Jenkins assists)
- 2nd Half64-62Kareem Thomas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-62Kareem Thomas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-65Charlie O'Sullivan makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jeremiah Jenkins assists)
- OT68-65Connor Amundsen makes 24-foot three point jumper
- OT70-65Kareem Thomas makes 19-foot pullup jump shot
- OT70-68Luke Paragon makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jeremiah Jenkins assists)
- OT71-68Jackson Munro makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT72-68Jackson Munro makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT72-69Landon Lewis makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT74-69Connor Amundsen makes 18-foot jumper
- OT74-70Jeremiah Jenkins makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT75-70Kareem Thomas makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT76-70Kareem Thomas makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT77-70Connor Amundsen makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Brown Bears, below favours Dartmouth Big Green.
Venue
- Pizzitola Sports CenterProvidence, RI
- Attendance689
- OfficialsPaul Tuomey, Mamadou Ba, Jim Googas
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