Pennsylvania Quakers Defeat Dartmouth Big Green 80-71
Friday, February 27, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · The Palestra
Pennsylvania Quakers 80, Dartmouth Big Green 71, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Dartmouth Big Green vs Pennsylvania Quakers?
Pennsylvania Quakers beat Dartmouth Big Green 80-71 at The Palestra on February 27, 2026.
Who was favored in Dartmouth Big Green vs Pennsylvania Quakers?
Pennsylvania Quakers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -270 (about 73% implied). The favorite won.
The Pennsylvania Quakers secured a solid victory over the Dartmouth Big Green, winning 80-71 at The Palestra. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as it marked the latest chapter in a competitive rivalry, with the Quakers having won two of their last three encounters against Dartmouth.
In terms of recent form, the Quakers have shown a mixed bag of results, holding a record of 6-4 over their last ten games, although they entered this contest on a one-game losing streak. During this stretch, they averaged 73.5 points scored while allowing 71.8 points per game. Their home record stands at 4-1 in their last five home games, with an average of 76.0 points scored and 71.6 points allowed. On the other hand, Dartmouth's recent performance has been less impressive, with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games and a current one-game winning streak. The Big Green have averaged 72.9 points while allowing 77.2 points during this span. Their away record shows a stronger performance, with three wins and one loss in their last four away games.
Historically, the Quakers have fared well against Dartmouth, winning two out of their last three meetings. Their most recent encounter earlier this season resulted in a decisive 84-74 victory for Pennsylvania. In the 2025 season, the Quakers also triumphed over Dartmouth with a score of 88-75, while Dartmouth managed a narrow win in their first meeting of the 2025 season, winning 73-70.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details on any players missing from either roster, so it is unclear if either team was affected by injuries in this matchup.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had the Quakers favored by 6.5 points, with a total set at 154.5. The money line showed Pennsylvania at -270 and Dartmouth at +220, indicating a strong belief in the Quakers' chances to win.
The game took place under standard conditions at The Palestra, a venue known for its vibrant atmosphere and historical significance in college basketball.
As the game progressed, key moments included a series of free throws that helped the Quakers maintain their lead in the final minutes. Notably, Ethan Roberts and Cam Thrower each contributed crucial free throws, while Connor Amundsen made a significant three-point jumper that extended Pennsylvania's lead. The Quakers' ability to capitalize on free throw opportunities proved vital in securing their victory.
Overall, this matchup not only highlighted the competitive nature of Ivy League basketball but also showcased the Quakers' resilience and ability to perform under pressure, ultimately leading them to a well-deserved win.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | PENN -6.5 | 154.5 o -110 / u -110 | Dartmouth Big Green +220 · Pennsylvania Quakers -270 |
Leaders
- PointsTJ Power38Pennsylvania Quakers
- AssistsJay Jones4Pennsylvania Quakers
- ReboundsTJ Power12Pennsylvania Quakers
- PointsBrandon Mitchell-Day23Dartmouth Big Green
- AssistsBrandon Mitchell-Day3Dartmouth Big Green
- ReboundsBrandon Mitchell-Day8Dartmouth Big Green
Recent form
Pennsylvania Quakers
Last 10: 6-4Streak L173.5 scored · 71.8 allowed per game4-1 at home
- L70-74at Yale BulldogsFeb 21
- W82-76vs Cornell Big RedFeb 14
- W76-67vs Columbia LionsFeb 14
- 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
Dartmouth Big Green
Last 10: 4-6Streak W172.9 scored · 77.2 allowed per game3-1 away
- W64-63at Columbia LionsFeb 21
- L76-79vs Brown BearsFeb 14
- L70-83vs Yale BulldogsFeb 14
- L58-71vs Harvard CrimsonFeb 7
- W77-70at Brown BearsJan 31
- L68-83at Yale BulldogsJan 31
- L69-79vs Columbia LionsJan 24
- W71-69vs Princeton TigersJan 19
- L74-84vs Pennsylvania QuakersJan 17
- W102-91at Cornell Big RedJan 10
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 | Pennsylvania Quakers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-53 | 25-58 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 43 |
| Three-pointers | 9-23 | 8-21 |
| Three-point % | 39 | 38 |
| Free throws | 14-25 | 22-37 |
| Free throw % | 56 | 59 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 44 |
| Offensive rebounds | 5 | 15 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 29 |
| Assists | 12 | 12 |
| Steals | 6 | 6 |
| Blocks | 3 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 30 |
| Fouls | 27 | 24 |
| Largest lead | 12 | 10 |
| Lead changes | 7 | 7 |
| Time in front | 68 | 23 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half49-44AJ Levine makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-45Lucas Lueth makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-47TJ Power makes layup
- 2nd Half52-47Brandon Mitchell-Day makes 23-foot three point jumper (Nikola Abusara assists)
- 2nd Half52-49Michael Zanoni makes 20-foot jumper (TJ Power assists)
- 2nd Half52-51TJ Power makes driving layup
- 2nd Half53-51Connor Amundsen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-53TJ Power makes layup
- 2nd Half54-53Brandon Mitchell-Day makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-53Brandon Mitchell-Day makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-55TJ Power makes driving layup
- 2nd Half56-55Jackson Munro makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-56TJ Power makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-56Nikola Abusara makes driving layup
- 2nd Half59-56Nikola Abusara makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half59-59Michael Zanoni makes 23-foot three point jumper (TJ Power assists)
- 2nd Half59-61Jay Jones makes driving layup
- 2nd Half60-61Cameron McNamee makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-61Cameron McNamee makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-63Dalton Scantlebury makes layup (Jay Jones assists)
- 2nd Half62-63Brandon Mitchell-Day makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-66TJ Power makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jay Jones assists)
- 2nd Half62-67TJ Power makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-68TJ Power makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-70TJ Power makes layup
- 2nd Half64-70Kareem Thomas makes driving layup
- 2nd Half65-70Brandon Mitchell-Day makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-70Brandon Mitchell-Day makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-71Dalton Scantlebury makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-72Ethan Roberts makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-73Ethan Roberts makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-74Dalton Scantlebury makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-74Cameron McNamee makes driving layup
- 2nd Half68-75Ethan Roberts makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-76Ethan Roberts makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-77Cam Thrower makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-78Cam Thrower makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-78Connor Amundsen makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half71-79Michael Zanoni makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-80Michael Zanoni makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Pennsylvania Quakers, below favours Dartmouth Big Green.
Venue
- The PalestraPhiladelphia, PA
- Attendance1530
- OfficialsTony Crisp, David Powell, Daniel Basile
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