NCAAB · Final

Harvard Crimson Defeats Columbia Lions 79-54

Saturday, January 10, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · Levien Gymnasium

Harvard Crimson 79, Columbia Lions 54, 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 Harvard Crimson vs Columbia Lions?

Harvard Crimson beat Columbia Lions 79-54 at Levien Gymnasium on January 10, 2026.

Who was favored in Harvard Crimson vs Columbia Lions?

Columbia Lions were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -270 (about 73% implied). The underdog won.

In a decisive matchup, the Harvard Crimson triumphed over the Columbia Lions with a final score of 79-54 at Levien Gymnasium on January 10, 2026. This victory marks a continuation of Harvard's dominance over Columbia, extending their head-to-head record to 3-0 in their last three meetings. The Crimson's performance was bolstered by a strong offensive display, particularly in the second half, where they outscored the Lions significantly.

Columbia entered the game with a home record of 12-4 and a recent form of 8-2 over their last ten games, riding a three-game winning streak. They averaged 88.7 points scored per game while allowing 70.9 points. However, their recent performances suggested a dip in scoring, as they averaged 85.8 points in their last five games but allowed 76.6 points. In contrast, Harvard's away record stood at 8-8, and they had struggled recently, with a record of 3-7 in their last ten games and a scoring average of 69.6 points, while allowing 72.5 points.

The Lions had shown strength at home with a perfect 5-0 record in their last five home games but were unable to translate that success against Harvard. The Crimson, on the other hand, had a mixed away record of 1-6, indicating that both teams had their challenges on the road and at home. The previous meetings between these two teams had seen Harvard come out on top, with scores of 90-82 and 87-75 in their last two encounters.

In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the overall performance of both teams suggests that they were at full strength for this contest. The betting market had Columbia as 5.5-point favorites according to DraftKings, with a total set at 145.5 points. The odds reflected the expectation of a competitive game, but the outcome indicated a clear disparity in performance.

The game conditions appeared favorable for both teams, with no adverse weather or venue issues reported. As the game unfolded, viewers were treated to notable scoring plays, including a spectacular alley-oop dunk by Ryan Soulis and multiple hook shots by Thomas Batties III, which highlighted Harvard's offensive prowess.

Ultimately, the Crimson's ability to execute their game plan effectively led to a commanding victory, showcasing their potential as a formidable opponent in the league.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	COLU -5.5	145.5 o -110 / u -110	Harvard Crimson +220 · Columbia Lions -270

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Leaders

PointsKenny Noland10Columbia Lions
AssistsConnor Igoe3Columbia Lions
ReboundsRyan Soulis6Columbia Lions
PointsThomas Batties III24Harvard Crimson
AssistsBen Eisendrath5Harvard Crimson
ReboundsChandler Pigge7Harvard Crimson

Recent form

Columbia Lions

Last 10: 8-2Streak W388.7 scored · 70.9 allowed per game5-0 at home

W104-99at Cornell Big RedJan 5
W106-51vs Penn State Abington Nittany LionsDec 31
W90-82at North Florida OspreysDec 28
L56-74at California Golden BearsDec 21
L73-77at Stony Brook SeawolvesDec 10
W93-65vs UAlbany Great DanesDec 6
W72-70vs Hofstra PrideDec 4
W92-44vs Sarah Lawrence GryphonsNov 29
W106-77at Fairfield StagsNov 27
W95-70vs Longwood LancersNov 23

Harvard Crimson

Last 10: 3-7Streak L169.6 scored · 72.5 allowed per game1-6 away

L68-76vs Dartmouth Big GreenJan 6
W78-69at Colgate RaidersDec 28
L59-85at St. John's Red StormDec 23
W81-53vs Holy Cross CrusadersDec 20
L69-79at Furman PaladinsDec 6
L71-78at Massachusetts MinutemenDec 4
W56-53vs Bryant BulldogsNov 29
L60-73at Boston College EaglesNov 26
L74-75at Boston University TerriersNov 22
L80-84at Penn State Nittany LionsNov 19

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	Harvard Crimson	Columbia Lions
Field goals	29-55	21-56
Field goal %	53	38
Three-pointers	10-21	2-16
Three-point %	48	13
Free throws	11-11	10-11
Free throw %	100	91
Rebounds	32	30
Offensive rebounds	10	14
Defensive rebounds	22	16
Assists	18	8
Steals	13	6
Blocks	4	3
Turnovers	9	14
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	21	11
Fast-break points	5	5
Points in the paint	36	32
Fouls	13	10
Largest lead	26	0
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	99	0

How the scoring went

1st Half36-24Mason Ritter makes free throw 1 of 1
1st Half38-24Robert Hinton makes 17-foot pullup jump shot (Ben Eisendrath assists)
1st Half38-26Blair Thompson makes driving layup (Kenny Noland assists)
1st Half38-29Blair Thompson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Mason Ritter assists)
2nd Half41-29Ben Eisendrath makes 27-foot three point jumper
2nd Half43-29Chandler Pigge makes driving layup (Robert Hinton assists)
2nd Half43-31Kenny Noland makes layup (Mason Ritter assists)
2nd Half44-31Chandler Pigge makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half45-31Chandler Pigge makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half45-33Connor Igoe makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half45-35Mason Ritter makes 4-foot hook shot (Connor Igoe assists)
2nd Half45-37Connor Igoe makes layup
2nd Half48-37Tey Barbour makes 23-foot three point jumper (Ben Eisendrath assists)
2nd Half50-37Ben Eisendrath makes driving layup
2nd Half52-37Chandler Pigge makes driving layup
2nd Half52-39Gerard O'Keefe makes 17-foot jumper
2nd Half54-39Robert Hinton makes driving layup
2nd Half54-40Kenny Noland makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half54-41Kenny Noland makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half56-41Thomas Batties III makes driving layup (Robert Hinton assists)
2nd Half57-41Thomas Batties III makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half57-43Miles Franklin makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half59-43Thomas Batties III makes driving layup
2nd Half59-46Gerard O'Keefe makes 26-foot three pointer
2nd Half61-46Thomas Batties III makes layup
2nd Half63-46Ben Eisendrath makes driving layup (Austin Hunt assists)
2nd Half63-48Kenny Noland makes driving layup
2nd Half64-48Thomas Batties III makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half65-48Thomas Batties III makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half67-48Ben Eisendrath makes driving layup (Luca Ace-Nasteski assists)
2nd Half69-48Robert Hinton makes driving layup
2nd Half72-48Chandler Pigge makes 23-foot three point jumper (Thomas Batties III assists)
2nd Half72-50Ryan Soulis makes 1-foot alley oop dunk
2nd Half74-50Thomas Batties III makes 8-foot hook shot (Chandler Pigge assists)
2nd Half76-50Thomas Batties III makes 8-foot hook shot
2nd Half76-51Ryan Soulis makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half76-52Ryan Soulis makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half76-53Richard Nweke makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half76-54Richard Nweke makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half79-54Dutch Dowdell makes 23-foot three point jumper (Luca Ace-Nasteski assists)