NCAAB · Final

Harvard Edges Pennsylvania in Nail-Biter Showdown

Monday, January 19, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · Lavietes Pavilion

Harvard Crimson 64, Pennsylvania Quakers 63, 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 Pennsylvania Quakers vs Harvard Crimson?

Harvard Crimson beat Pennsylvania Quakers 64-63 at Lavietes Pavilion on January 19, 2026.

Who was favored in Pennsylvania Quakers vs Harvard Crimson?

Harvard Crimson were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -230 (about 70% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Harvard Crimson narrowly defeated the Pennsylvania Quakers 64-63 at Lavietes Pavilion. This game was significant as both teams entered with identical 9-8 and 10-8 records, respectively, making the stakes high for both sides. Harvard's victory came after a two-game winning streak, while Pennsylvania was also riding a two-game winning streak, showcasing the competitive nature of this fixture.

Harvard's recent form has been a mix of ups and downs, with a record of 5-5 over their last ten games. They averaged 70.8 points scored while allowing 70.0 points per game during this stretch. Their last five games saw them go 3-2, with an average of 74.2 points scored and 72.8 points allowed. At home, Harvard has performed well, boasting a 3-1 record in their last four home games. In their most recent outing before facing Pennsylvania, they secured a victory against the Princeton Tigers, winning 87-80.

On the other hand, Pennsylvania's recent form mirrors that of Harvard, also holding a 5-5 record in their last ten games. The Quakers averaged 73.9 points scored and allowed 74.9 points during this period. In their last five games, they achieved a record of 3-2, scoring an impressive average of 80.0 points while allowing 73.8 points. Their last game saw them triumph over the Dartmouth Big Green with a score of 84-74.

The head-to-head record between these two teams stood at 1-1 prior to this game, with each team having won once in the previous season. Harvard had lost to Pennsylvania 67-82 at home on January 20, 2025, but had previously defeated them 79-78 in an away game on February 22, 2025.

In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific information about any players missing from either side, which suggests both teams may have been at full strength for this important matchup.

The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Harvard favored by 5.5 points, with a total set at 150.5. The odds for Harvard to win straight up were -230, while Pennsylvania's moneyline was set at +190. This indicates that the market viewed Harvard as the stronger team heading into the game.

Conditions at Lavietes Pavilion were typical for a basketball game, with no adverse weather conditions reported that could have affected play. Fans were treated to a thrilling atmosphere as both teams battled for supremacy.

As the game progressed, key moments defined the outcome. In the second half, Robert Hinton made a driving layup that brought the score to 60-57 in favor of Harvard. Chandler Pigge followed with another layup, extending Harvard's lead to 62-57. However, Pennsylvania fought back, with Ethan Roberts making two free throws to narrow the gap to 62-59. Tey Barbour then made a driving layup, pushing Harvard's lead to 64-59 before Pennsylvania's Roberts scored again, bringing the score to 64-61. AJ Levine added two free throws for Pennsylvania, making it 64-63, but Harvard held on for the win.

This game showcased the intensity and competitiveness of college basketball, with both teams displaying their offensive capabilities and resilience. The final score reflects the closely matched nature of the contest, making it a memorable encounter for both teams and their supporters.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	HARV -5.5	150.5 o -105 / u -115	Pennsylvania Quakers +190 · Harvard Crimson -230

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Leaders

PointsThomas Batties III17Harvard Crimson
AssistsRobert Hinton4Harvard Crimson
ReboundsThomas Batties III6Harvard Crimson
PointsEthan Roberts27Pennsylvania Quakers
AssistsAJ Levine4Pennsylvania Quakers
ReboundsAJ Levine8Pennsylvania Quakers

Recent form

Harvard Crimson

Last 10: 5-5Streak W270.8 scored · 70 allowed per game3-1 at home

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
L71-78at Massachusetts MinutemenDec 4
W56-53vs Bryant BulldogsNov 29
L60-73at Boston College EaglesNov 26

Pennsylvania Quakers

Last 10: 5-5Streak W273.9 scored · 74.9 allowed per game1-4 away

W84-74at Dartmouth Big GreenJan 17
W81-73vs Brown BearsJan 10
L76-78at Princeton TigersJan 6
W80-61vs NJIT HighlandersDec 31
L79-83at George Mason PatriotsDec 28
L69-70at Rutgers Scarlet KnightsDec 21
W74-72vs Lafayette LeopardsDec 8
L63-90at Villanova WildcatsDec 7
L60-77vs Hofstra PrideNov 30
W73-71vs La Salle ExplorersNov 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	Pennsylvania Quakers	Harvard Crimson
Field goals	22-54	26-54
Field goal %	41	48
Three-pointers	6-19	8-24
Three-point %	32	33
Free throws	13-17	4-8
Free throw %	76	50
Rebounds	33	32
Offensive rebounds	10	8
Defensive rebounds	23	24
Assists	8	12
Steals	9	7
Blocks	2	4
Turnovers	11	12
Team turnovers	1	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	18	15
Fast-break points	8	10
Points in the paint	24	34
Fouls	13	16
Largest lead	6	8
Lead changes	9	9
Time in front	27	55

How the scoring went

2nd Half26-34Tey Barbour makes 24-foot three point jumper (Robert Hinton assists)
2nd Half28-34Ethan Roberts makes layup (Augustus Gerhart assists)
2nd Half28-35Tey Barbour makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half28-36Tey Barbour makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half30-36TJ Power makes layup (AJ Levine assists)
2nd Half31-36Ethan Roberts makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half32-36Ethan Roberts makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half33-36Ethan Roberts makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half34-36Ethan Roberts makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half36-36AJ Levine makes layup
2nd Half36-39Dutch Dowdell makes 23-foot three point jumper (Robert Hinton assists)
2nd Half38-39TJ Power makes 20-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half40-39AJ Levine makes 8-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half41-39Dalton Scantlebury makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half41-41Thomas Batties III makes layup
2nd Half41-42Ben Eisendrath makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half44-42TJ Power makes 25-foot three point jumper (Cam Thrower assists)
2nd Half44-44Thomas Batties III makes 9-foot hook shot
2nd Half46-44Ethan Roberts makes 10-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half46-46Ryan Sullivan makes layup (Thomas Batties III assists)
2nd Half46-48Robert Hinton makes 1-foot dunk
2nd Half46-49Robert Hinton makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half49-49TJ Power makes 24-foot three point jumper (AJ Levine assists)
2nd Half49-51Ryan Sullivan makes 3-foot hook shot
2nd Half51-51AJ Levine makes 10-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half51-54Thomas Batties III makes 25-foot three point jumper (Robert Hinton assists)
2nd Half52-54AJ Levine makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half53-54AJ Levine makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half54-54AJ Levine makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half54-56Thomas Batties III makes driving layup
2nd Half54-58Ryan Sullivan makes 1-foot dunk (Chandler Pigge assists)
2nd Half57-58Ethan Roberts makes 23-foot three point jumper (TJ Power assists)
2nd Half57-60Robert Hinton makes driving layup
2nd Half57-62Chandler Pigge makes driving layup
2nd Half58-62Ethan Roberts makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half59-62Ethan Roberts makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half59-64Tey Barbour makes driving layup
2nd Half61-64Ethan Roberts makes layup
2nd Half62-64AJ Levine makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half63-64AJ Levine makes free throw 2 of 2