NCAAB · Final

Harvard Edges Yale in a Thrilling Finish

Saturday, January 31, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · John J. Lee Amphitheater

Harvard Crimson 67, Yale Bulldogs 65, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Harvard Crimson vs Yale Bulldogs?

Harvard Crimson beat Yale Bulldogs 67-65 at John J. Lee Amphitheater on January 31, 2026.

Who was favored in Harvard Crimson vs Yale Bulldogs?

Yale Bulldogs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -850 (about 89% implied). The underdog won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Harvard Crimson triumphed over the Yale Bulldogs with a final score of 67-65 at the John J. Lee Amphitheater. This game was particularly noteworthy as it showcased the competitive nature of both teams in the NCAAB league, with Harvard improving its season record to 13-9 while Yale fell to 16-5. The Bulldogs had been riding a four-game winning streak before this loss, which adds to the intrigue surrounding their performance this season.

Yale entered the game with an impressive home record of 6-0, having averaged 81.3 points scored per game while allowing 71.0 points. Their recent form had been strong, with an overall record of 8-2 in the last ten games, and they had been scoring at an average of 82.6 points while allowing 69.2 in their last five outings. In contrast, Harvard had a mixed away record of 3-2, with an average of 73.3 points scored and 70.4 points allowed in their last ten games. They had recently secured a victory against the Brown Bears, which marked a positive turn in their form.

The odds for the game, as provided by DraftKings, favored Yale significantly, with a spread of -11.5 and a total set at 141.5. The home moneyline was listed at -850.0, while Harvard's moneyline stood at 575.0. This indicated that Yale was heavily favored to win, but the outcome proved otherwise, highlighting the unpredictable nature of college basketball.

The game itself was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams exchanging leads. Key moments included Robert Hinton's crucial free throws that tied the game at 63-63, followed by a series of scoring plays that kept the fans on the edge of their seats. Trevor Mullin's jump shot put Yale ahead briefly, but Harvard responded with a hook shot from Thomas Batties III and a driving layup by Nick Townsend, which kept the score close.

As the clock wound down, Tey Barbour's three-point jumper, assisted by Hinton, sealed the victory for Harvard, demonstrating their resilience in a challenging away environment. This victory marked Harvard's second win against Yale this season, having previously lost to them in a January matchup where Yale won decisively with a score of 84-55.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams were expected to field their best players, given the significance of the matchup. The atmosphere at the John J. Lee Amphitheater was electric, with fans from both sides passionately supporting their teams.

Overall, this game served as a reminder of the intensity and competitiveness of college basketball, where any team can emerge victorious on any given night. The result not only impacts the standings but also sets the stage for future encounters between these two storied programs.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	YALE -11.5	141.5 o -108 / u -112	Harvard Crimson +575 · Yale Bulldogs -850

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Leaders

PointsTrevor Mullin21Yale Bulldogs
AssistsNick Townsend4Yale Bulldogs
ReboundsSamson Aletan8Yale Bulldogs
PointsRobert Hinton26Harvard Crimson
AssistsRobert Hinton3Harvard Crimson
ReboundsTey Barbour8Harvard Crimson

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Yale Bulldogs

Last 10: 8-2Streak W481.3 scored · 71 allowed per game6-0 at home

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W77-60at Pennsylvania QuakersJan 24
W91-74vs Columbia LionsJan 19
W102-68vs Cornell Big RedJan 17
L60-76at Princeton TigersJan 10
W70-53at Brown BearsJan 6
L78-102at Alabama Crimson TideDec 30
W93-82vs UAlbany Great DanesDec 10
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Harvard Crimson

Last 10: 6-4Streak W173.3 scored · 70.4 allowed per game3-2 away

W69-59at Brown BearsJan 31
L79-86vs Cornell Big RedJan 24
W64-63vs Pennsylvania QuakersJan 19
W87-80vs Princeton TigersJan 17
W79-54at Columbia LionsJan 10
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

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	Yale Bulldogs
Field goals	22-47	24-56
Field goal %	47	43
Three-pointers	8-17	8-20
Three-point %	47	40
Free throws	15-18	9-11
Free throw %	83	82
Rebounds	30	29
Offensive rebounds	6	9
Defensive rebounds	24	20
Assists	13	14
Steals	3	4
Blocks	5	2
Turnovers	8	6
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	9	11
Fast-break points	7	0
Points in the paint	22	26
Fouls	13	12
Largest lead	12	6
Lead changes	13	13
Time in front	68	29

How the scoring went

2nd Half33-31Trevor Mullin makes 27-foot three point jumper (Nick Townsend assists)
2nd Half35-31Kenan Parrish makes layup
2nd Half35-32Riley Fox makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half35-33Riley Fox makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half38-33Tey Barbour makes 26-foot three point jumper (Ben Eisendrath assists)
2nd Half40-33Robert Hinton makes 12-foot jumper (Thomas Batties III assists)
2nd Half40-36Nick Townsend makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jordan Brathwaite assists)
2nd Half40-39Jordan Brathwaite makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
2nd Half41-39Kenan Parrish makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half42-39Kenan Parrish makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half44-39Chandler Pigge makes layup (Tey Barbour assists)
2nd Half45-39Chandler Pigge makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half46-39Chandler Pigge makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half48-39Robert Hinton makes 12-foot jumper (Thomas Batties III assists)
2nd Half48-42Trevor Mullin makes 24-foot three point jumper (Isaac Celiscar assists)
2nd Half48-45Trevor Mullin makes 27-foot three point jumper (Isaac Celiscar assists)
2nd Half51-45Robert Hinton makes 26-foot three pointer
2nd Half51-47Riley Fox makes 18-foot jumper (Trevor Mullin assists)
2nd Half52-47Tey Barbour makes free throw 2 of 3
2nd Half53-47Tey Barbour makes free throw 3 of 3
2nd Half53-48Nick Townsend makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half53-49Nick Townsend makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half53-51Casey Simmons makes driving layup
2nd Half53-53Nick Townsend makes layup (Jordan Brathwaite assists)
2nd Half53-54Nick Townsend makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half54-54Chandler Pigge makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half55-54Chandler Pigge makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half57-54Chandler Pigge makes layup
2nd Half57-56Samson Aletan makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half58-56Robert Hinton makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half58-59Trevor Mullin makes 25-foot three point jumper (Nick Townsend assists)
2nd Half59-59Robert Hinton makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half60-59Robert Hinton makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half60-61Trevor Mullin makes 17-foot pullup jump shot (Casey Simmons assists)
2nd Half62-61Thomas Batties III makes 6-foot hook shot
2nd Half62-63Nick Townsend makes layup
2nd Half63-63Robert Hinton makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half64-63Robert Hinton makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half64-65Nick Townsend makes driving layup
2nd Half67-65Tey Barbour makes 28-foot three point jumper (Robert Hinton assists)