Dartmouth Tops Cornell in High-Scoring Affair
Saturday, January 10, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · Newman Arena
Dartmouth Big Green 102, Cornell Big Red 91, 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 Dartmouth Big Green vs Cornell Big Red?
Dartmouth Big Green beat Cornell Big Red 102-91 at Newman Arena on January 10, 2026.
Who was favored in Dartmouth Big Green vs Cornell Big Red?
Cornell Big Red were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -485 (about 83% implied). The underdog won.
In a thrilling matchup at Newman Arena, the Dartmouth Big Green defeated the Cornell Big Red with a final score of 102-91. This game showcased a remarkable offensive performance from both teams, particularly from Dartmouth, which has now improved its record to 9-7, while Cornell falls to 7-9. The victory marks Dartmouth's third consecutive win, extending their current streak and highlighting their recent form.
Dartmouth entered this game with a record of 8-7, having won six of their last ten games. Their recent performances have seen them average 77.5 points scored per game while allowing 71.6 points. In their last five games, they have averaged 81.4 points scored and allowed 70.8 points, indicating a solid offensive output coupled with improved defense. Their last game was a victory against the Harvard Crimson, where they won 76-68, further building momentum.
On the other hand, Cornell has had a more inconsistent stretch, with a record of 5-5 in their last ten games. They have averaged an impressive 97.3 points scored per game during this span, but they have also allowed a high average of 87.9 points. Their last outing resulted in a narrow loss to the Columbia Lions, where they fell 99-104. Cornell's home record stands at 3-1, while they have struggled on the road with a 2-4 record.
The two teams have met three times in the past season, with Cornell holding a 2-1 advantage in the head-to-head record. Their previous encounters included a notable win for Cornell at home on March 15, 2025, where they triumphed 87-71, and a significant defeat on the road to Dartmouth on February 15, 2025, losing 49-88.
In terms of injury concerns, the block does not provide specific details, but the performance of both teams could be influenced by player availability. The conditions for the game were not detailed, but typically, indoor basketball games are played in a controlled environment, which can favor high-scoring affairs.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Cornell favored with a spread of -9.5, indicating expectations for a strong performance from the Big Red at home. The total for the game was set at 175.5, reflecting the anticipated offensive capabilities of both teams. However, the final score surpassed this total, highlighting the high-scoring nature of the contest.
Fans watching the game were treated to a showcase of offensive talent, particularly from Dartmouth, which was able to maintain a lead throughout the second half. Key scoring plays included free throws from Cam Hiatt and Brandon Mitchell-Day, as well as a crucial three-pointer from Jake Fiegen, which capped off the scoring for Dartmouth. The game concluded with a home win probability for Cornell at 0.0, emphasizing Dartmouth's control in the final moments.
Overall, this game was a testament to Dartmouth's offensive prowess and their ability to execute under pressure, while Cornell will need to regroup and address their defensive lapses as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | COR -9.5 | 175.5 o -110 / u -110 | Dartmouth Big Green +370 · Cornell Big Red -485 |
Leaders
- PointsJake Fiegen33Cornell Big Red
- AssistsAdam Hinton6Cornell Big Red
- ReboundsJake Fiegen6Cornell Big Red
- PointsJayden Williams24Dartmouth Big Green
- AssistsConnor Amundsen10Dartmouth Big Green
- ReboundsBrandon Mitchell-Day10Dartmouth Big Green
Recent form
Cornell Big Red
Last 10: 5-5Streak L197.3 scored · 87.9 allowed per game3-1 at home
- 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
- W95-94vs Colgate RaidersNov 21
Dartmouth Big Green
Last 10: 6-4Streak W277.5 scored · 71.6 allowed per game3-4 away
- 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
- L55-76at Colorado State RamsDec 10
- L80-93at Wyoming CowboysDec 6
- W69-68vs New Hampshire WildcatsDec 4
- W87-61at Saint Peter's PeacocksNov 29
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 | Cornell Big Red |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 38-68 | 31-65 |
| Field goal % | 56 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 14-30 | 9-32 |
| Three-point % | 47 | 28 |
| Free throws | 12-19 | 20-24 |
| Free throw % | 63 | 83 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 39 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 27 |
| Assists | 21 | 22 |
| Steals | 7 | 2 |
| Blocks | 5 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 5 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 17 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 17 |
| Points in the paint | 42 | 42 |
| Fouls | 19 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 18 | 4 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 90 | 4 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half63-61Jackson Munro makes 6-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half63-62Gioacchino Panzini makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-62Connor Amundsen makes driving layup
- 2nd Half67-62Anton Strelnikov makes layup
- 2nd Half69-62Brandon Mitchell-Day makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half69-63Kaspar Sepp makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-63Anton Strelnikov makes layup
- 2nd Half71-65Adam Hinton makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half71-67Cooper Noard makes layup (Adam Hinton assists)
- 2nd Half72-67Brandon Mitchell-Day makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-67Brandon Mitchell-Day makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-69Jake Fiegen makes 10-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half75-69Brandon Mitchell-Day makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half75-71Jake Fiegen makes layup
- 2nd Half77-71Nikola Abusara makes driving layup (Brandon Mitchell-Day assists)
- 2nd Half79-71Nikola Abusara makes layup
- 2nd Half82-71Brandon Mitchell-Day makes 25-foot three point jumper (Connor Amundsen assists)
- 2nd Half82-73Josh Baldwin makes 9-foot jumper (Cooper Noard assists)
- 2nd Half82-75Mateen Rafiq makes driving layup (Cooper Noard assists)
- 2nd Half85-75Jayden Williams makes 23-foot three point jumper (Cameron McNamee assists)
- 2nd Half85-76Adam Hinton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half85-77Adam Hinton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half88-77Jayden Williams makes 24-foot three point jumper (Connor Amundsen assists)
- 2nd Half91-77Nikola Abusara makes 25-foot three point jumper (Connor Amundsen assists)
- 2nd Half91-80Jake Fiegen makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jacob Beccles assists)
- 2nd Half93-80Nikola Abusara makes driving layup (Connor Amundsen assists)
- 2nd Half96-80Jayden Williams makes 24-foot three point jumper (Connor Amundsen assists)
- 2nd Half98-80Connor Amundsen makes driving layup
- 2nd Half98-81Cooper Noard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half98-82Cooper Noard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half98-83Cooper Noard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half98-84Cooper Noard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half99-84Cam Hiatt makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half100-84Cam Hiatt makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half100-86Josh Baldwin makes driving layup
- 2nd Half101-86Brandon Mitchell-Day makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half102-86Brandon Mitchell-Day makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half102-87Jake Fiegen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half102-88Jake Fiegen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half102-91Jake Fiegen makes 26-foot three point jumper (Mateen Rafiq assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Cornell Big Red, below favours Dartmouth Big Green.
Venue
- Newman ArenaIthaca, NY
- OfficialsJosh Anderson, Tyler Jones, Riley McGraw
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