NCAAB · Final/OT

Harvard Outlasts Princeton in Overtime Thriller

Saturday, January 17, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · Lavietes Pavilion

Harvard Crimson 87, Princeton Tigers 80, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Princeton Tigers vs Harvard Crimson?

Harvard Crimson beat Princeton Tigers 87-80 at Lavietes Pavilion on January 17, 2026.

Who was favored in Princeton Tigers vs Harvard Crimson?

Harvard Crimson were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -198 (about 66% implied). The favorite won.

In a thrilling overtime battle, the Harvard Crimson triumphed over the Princeton Tigers with a final score of 87-80 at Lavietes Pavilion. This victory marks a significant moment for Harvard, who had previously lost both of their last two meetings against Princeton in the 2025 season.

The game showcased the resilience of the Crimson, who improved their record to 10-8, while Princeton fell to 6-13. Harvard's recent form has been somewhat mixed, with a record of 4-6 over their last ten games. They have averaged 69.5 points scored and 69.5 points allowed during this stretch. In their last five games, they managed to secure three wins, scoring an average of 73.0 points while allowing 67.4.

Princeton, on the other hand, has shown signs of improvement with a three-game winning streak, bringing their record over the last ten games to 3-7. They have averaged 67.9 points scored and 68.3 points allowed in this period. Their last five games also reflect a similar trend, with an average of 69.2 points scored and 65.8 points allowed.

At home, Harvard has performed well, boasting a 2-1 record in their last three games at Lavietes Pavilion. In contrast, Princeton has struggled on the road, holding an 0-3 record in their last three away games. This matchup was particularly significant given the historical context; Harvard had not beaten Princeton in their last two encounters, losing 64-68 at home and 71-76 away in the previous season.

In terms of injuries, the provided facts do not detail any specific player absences for either team, allowing both squads to field their strongest lineups. This was crucial in a tightly contested game that went into overtime, highlighting the importance of depth and stamina in college basketball.

The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Harvard favored by 4.5 points, with a total set at 133.5. The odds reflected a strong belief in Harvard's ability to secure a win at home, with a moneyline of -198 for the Crimson and +164 for the Tigers. The over/under odds were set at -105 for the over and -115 for the under, indicating a balanced expectation for scoring.

The conditions at Lavietes Pavilion were conducive for an exciting matchup, with the atmosphere charged as both teams fought for crucial conference standings. Fans were treated to a display of skill and determination, particularly in the overtime period, where Harvard managed to pull away after a tightly contested regulation time.

Key moments in the overtime included crucial free throws from players like Tey Barbour and Ben Eisendrath, who helped seal the victory for Harvard. The final minutes saw both teams exchanging baskets, but Harvard's composure at the free-throw line ultimately made the difference.

Viewers should note Harvard's ability to capitalize on free-throw opportunities, as they converted several crucial shots in the overtime period. Additionally, Princeton's struggle to maintain their momentum after a strong run in the second half was evident, showcasing the challenges of closing out games in high-pressure situations.

Overall, this matchup not only provided thrilling basketball but also highlighted the competitive nature of the Ivy League, where every game can have significant implications for the standings.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	HARV -4.5	133.5 o -105 / u -115	Princeton Tigers +164 · Harvard Crimson -198

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Leaders

PointsRobert Hinton27Harvard Crimson
AssistsChandler Pigge5Harvard Crimson
ReboundsChandler Pigge11Harvard Crimson
PointsLandon Clark19Princeton Tigers
AssistsCJ Happy4Princeton Tigers
ReboundsMalik Abdullahi10Princeton Tigers

Recent form

Harvard Crimson

Last 10: 4-6Streak W169.5 scored · 69.5 allowed per game2-1 at home

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
L74-75at Boston University TerriersNov 22

Princeton Tigers

Last 10: 3-7Streak W367.9 scored · 68.3 allowed per game0-3 away

W76-60vs Yale BulldogsJan 10
W78-76vs Pennsylvania QuakersJan 6
W75-69vs Vermont CatamountsDec 30
L61-65at Temple OwlsDec 23
L56-59vs Merrimack WarriorsDec 10
L68-73at Loyola Chicago RamblersDec 6
L58-63at Monmouth HawksDec 4
L58-60vs Saint Joseph's HawksNov 30
L74-79vs Vermont CatamountsNov 26
L75-79vs Temple OwlsNov 26

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	Princeton Tigers	Harvard Crimson
Field goals	27-65	29-65
Field goal %	42	45
Three-pointers	9-29	10-26
Three-point %	31	38
Free throws	17-22	19-23
Free throw %	77	83
Rebounds	42	36
Offensive rebounds	16	13
Defensive rebounds	26	23
Assists	10	16
Steals	4	4
Blocks	1	5
Turnovers	8	5
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	1	16
Fast-break points	2	6
Points in the paint	34	32
Fouls	19	16
Largest lead	17	9
Lead changes	6	6
Time in front	82	13

How the scoring went

2nd Half62-48Dalen Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half63-48Dalen Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half65-48Malik Abdullahi makes layup
2nd Half65-49Thomas Batties III makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half65-50Thomas Batties III makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half65-52Chandler Pigge makes driving layup
2nd Half66-52Jackson Hicke makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half68-52Landon Clark makes layup
2nd Half68-54Austin Hunt makes layup (Chandler Pigge assists)
2nd Half68-56Austin Hunt makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half69-56Jack Stanton makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half70-56Jack Stanton makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half70-57Chandler Pigge makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half70-58Chandler Pigge makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half70-61Chandler Pigge makes 25-foot three point jumper (Robert Hinton assists)
2nd Half71-61Malik Abdullahi makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half72-61Malik Abdullahi makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half72-63Robert Hinton makes driving layup
2nd Half72-65Robert Hinton makes driving layup
2nd Half72-68Chandler Pigge makes 26-foot three point jumper (Robert Hinton assists)
2nd Half72-70Tey Barbour makes driving layup
2nd Half72-72Robert Hinton makes 2-foot dunk
OT72-75Thomas Batties III makes 24-foot three point jumper
OT72-76Tey Barbour makes free throw 1 of 2
OT72-77Tey Barbour makes free throw 2 of 2
OT72-79Chandler Pigge makes 1-foot dunk (Thomas Batties III assists)
OT72-81Robert Hinton makes layup
OT73-81Jack Stanton makes free throw 2 of 2
OT74-81Malik Abdullahi makes free throw 2 of 2
OT74-82Ben Eisendrath makes free throw 1 of 2
OT74-83Ben Eisendrath makes free throw 2 of 2
OT75-83Landon Clark makes free throw 1 of 2
OT76-83Landon Clark makes free throw 2 of 2
OT78-83Malik Abdullahi makes 1-foot dunk
OT78-84Tey Barbour makes free throw 1 of 2
OT78-85Tey Barbour makes free throw 2 of 2
OT79-85Dalen Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
OT80-85Dalen Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
OT80-86Ben Eisendrath makes free throw 1 of 2
OT80-87Ben Eisendrath makes free throw 2 of 2