Harvard Dominates MIT in Season Opener
Friday, November 7, 2025, 5:00 PM ET · Lavietes Pavilion
Harvard Crimson 79, MIT Engineers 50, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won MIT Engineers vs Harvard Crimson?
Harvard Crimson beat MIT Engineers 79-50 at Lavietes Pavilion on November 7, 2025.
In an impressive display of basketball, the Harvard Crimson triumphed over the MIT Engineers with a final score of 79-50 at Lavietes Pavilion on November 7, 2025. This victory marks Harvard's successful start to the season, improving their record to 1-0. The game showcased Harvard's strong recent form, as they entered the matchup on a two-game winning streak, having won six of their last ten games. Their scoring average over this stretch was 71.0 points per game, while they allowed an average of 72.1 points.
In contrast, the MIT Engineers faced a challenging outing, unable to keep pace with the Crimson. The game was characterized by Harvard's offensive efficiency and defensive pressure, which stifled MIT's scoring opportunities. The Engineers struggled throughout the contest, unable to find a rhythm, which was evident in their overall performance.
Harvard's home record this season now stands at 1-0, while they had a solid home record of 4-1 in their last ten games. The Crimson's last five games reflected a record of 3-2, with an average of 68.4 points scored and 68.0 points allowed. This consistency at home has contributed to their strong start, and the team capitalized on the familiar environment of Lavietes Pavilion.
The game featured notable scoring plays, particularly in the second half, where Harvard extended their lead significantly. Ryan Sullivan's dunk, assisted by Chandler Pigge, was a highlight moment, showcasing the Crimson's athleticism and teamwork. Additionally, Greg Cooper's three-point jumper, assisted by Joseph Quartey, capped off a dominant performance that left little doubt about the outcome.
The betting market had favored Harvard heavily, with a home win probability of 1.0, indicating a strong expectation of their success in this matchup. This reflects the confidence in Harvard's ability to perform at home, especially against a rival like MIT.
As the game progressed, the conditions at Lavietes Pavilion were conducive to a high-energy atmosphere, with fans supporting the home team. The Crimson's performance not only reflected their preparation and strategy but also their ability to execute under pressure, a crucial aspect of their game.
Looking ahead, the Crimson will aim to build on this momentum as they continue their season, while MIT will need to regroup and analyze their performance to improve in future games. The matchup served as a reminder of the competitive nature of college basketball, where every game presents an opportunity for teams to showcase their skills.
Leaders
- PointsThomas Batties III17Harvard Crimson
- AssistsChandler Pigge5Harvard Crimson
- ReboundsTey Barbour6Harvard Crimson
- PointsIsaac Dobie17MIT Engineers
- AssistsJackson Weiland2MIT Engineers
- ReboundsJackson Weiland9MIT Engineers
Recent form
Harvard Crimson
Last 10: 6-4Streak W271 scored · 72.1 allowed per game4-1 at home
- W66-58vs Dartmouth Big GreenMar 8
- W74-69vs Yale BulldogsMar 1
- L52-59vs Brown BearsFeb 28
- W79-78at Pennsylvania QuakersFeb 22
- L71-76at Princeton TigersFeb 22
- W87-75vs Columbia LionsFeb 15
- W75-73vs Cornell Big RedFeb 15
- L56-76at Dartmouth Big GreenFeb 8
- L60-75at Cornell Big RedFeb 1
- W90-82at Columbia LionsFeb 1
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 | MIT Engineers | Harvard Crimson |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 15-54 | 27-56 |
| Field goal % | 28 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 3-28 | 7-21 |
| Three-point % | 11 | 33 |
| Free throws | 17-20 | 18-27 |
| Free throw % | 85 | 67 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 42 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 32 |
| Assists | 6 | 10 |
| Steals | 4 | 8 |
| Blocks | 3 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 0 | 17 |
| Points in the paint | 20 | 32 |
| Fouls | 22 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 31 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half26-41Jackson Weiland made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half26-44Thomas Batties III made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half26-45Robert Hinton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half26-46Robert Hinton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half26-47Kenan Parrish made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half26-49Robert Hinton made Jumper.
- 2nd Half26-52Austin Hunt made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kenan Parrish.
- 2nd Half28-52Wyatt Mowery made Jumper. Assisted by Michael Zhang.
- 2nd Half30-52Isaac Dobie made Layup. Assisted by Wyatt Mowery.
- 2nd Half32-52Isaac Dobie made Layup. Assisted by Wyatt Mowery.
- 2nd Half33-52Isaac Dobie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half34-52Michael Zhang made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half34-53Thomas Batties III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half34-54Thomas Batties III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half35-54Mike Ewing made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half36-54Mike Ewing made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half38-54Mike Ewing made Layup.
- 2nd Half38-56Ryan Sullivan made Layup. Assisted by Chandler Pigge.
- 2nd Half38-57Robert Hinton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half38-58Thomas Batties III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half38-59Thomas Batties III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half38-62Tey Barbour made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Chandler Pigge.
- 2nd Half38-64Thomas Batties III made Layup.
- 2nd Half38-66Thomas Batties III made Layup.
- 2nd Half41-66Mike Ewing made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jackson Weiland.
- 2nd Half41-69Tey Barbour made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Thomas Batties III.
- 2nd Half41-71Kenan Parrish made Jumper.
- 2nd Half43-71Rome Delgado-Gonzalez made Layup. Assisted by Isaac Dobie.
- 2nd Half43-72Kenan Parrish made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-73Kenan Parrish made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-73Isaac Dobie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-73Isaac Dobie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-75Ryan Sullivan made Dunk. Assisted by Chandler Pigge.
- 2nd Half45-76Xavier Nesbitt made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-76Isaac Dobie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-76Jackson Weiland made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-76Jackson Weiland made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-79Greg Cooper made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Joseph Quartey.
- 2nd Half49-79Jackson Weiland made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-79Jackson Weiland made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Harvard Crimson, below favours MIT Engineers.
Venue
- Lavietes PavilionCambridge, MA
- Attendance1265
- OfficialsChris Anderson, Tiger Womack, Christopher Brown
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