NCAAB · Final

Yale Bulldogs Dominate Princeton Tigers in Convincing Win

Saturday, March 7, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · John J. Lee Amphitheater

Yale Bulldogs 78, Princeton Tigers 53, 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 Princeton Tigers vs Yale Bulldogs?

Yale Bulldogs beat Princeton Tigers 78-53 at John J. Lee Amphitheater on March 7, 2026.

Who was favored in Princeton Tigers vs Yale Bulldogs?

Yale Bulldogs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1350 (about 93% implied). The favorite won.

The Yale Bulldogs delivered a commanding performance against the Princeton Tigers, securing a decisive 78-53 victory at the John J. Lee Amphitheater. This matchup highlighted the stark contrast in the teams' seasons, with Yale boasting a strong record of 23-5 compared to Princeton's struggling 9-20. The Bulldogs' recent form has been impressive, as they entered the game with an 8-2 record over their last ten contests, while Princeton has only managed to win three of their last ten games, indicating a significant disparity in momentum heading into this fixture.

Yale's recent games showcased their offensive prowess, averaging 75.5 points scored while allowing 68.6 points per game. Their last five games reflected a solid scoring average of 72.4 points, with their most recent outing being a win against Columbia Lions, where they triumphed 60-54. In contrast, Princeton's performance has been less favorable, averaging 67.5 points scored and 70.3 points allowed in their last ten games. Their last victory came against Dartmouth, where they won 82-61, but they have struggled to maintain consistency in their performances.

At home, Yale has been particularly strong, compiling a home record of 3-1 in their last four games, while Princeton has faced challenges on the road, with a record of 1-4 in their last five away games. The historical context of their meetings also favored Yale, who held a 3-1 advantage in their last four encounters. The Bulldogs had previously defeated the Tigers 76-60 in an earlier matchup this season on January 10, 2026, and had also claimed victories in their last three meetings before this game.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams would have approached the game with their respective rosters intact, a crucial factor in maintaining their competitive edge. The betting lines from DraftKings reflected Yale's dominance, with a spread of -14.5 and a moneyline of -1350 for the Bulldogs, while Princeton was listed at +800. The total points line was set at 137.5, indicating expectations for a moderately high-scoring game.

Conditions for the game were standard for a late-season college basketball matchup, with the venue providing a familiar atmosphere for the Bulldogs. Fans expected a high-energy performance from Yale, and the team did not disappoint. Throughout the game, viewers were treated to a display of skillful play, particularly in the second half, where Yale extended their lead significantly.

The scoring plays in the second half illustrated Yale's offensive execution, with key contributions from players like Casey Simmons, who made a layup and a free throw, and Jeannot Basima, who added to the score with a driving layup. Princeton struggled to keep pace, managing only 53 points against a well-organized Yale defense.

In conclusion, the Bulldogs' victory over the Tigers not only underscored their status as a formidable contender in the league but also highlighted the challenges facing Princeton as they continue to seek improvement in their season. The final score of 78-53 encapsulated the game’s narrative, showcasing Yale's dominance and Princeton's ongoing struggles.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	YALE -14.5	137.5 o -105 / u -115	Princeton Tigers +800 · Yale Bulldogs -1350

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Leaders

PointsNick Townsend17Yale Bulldogs
AssistsJordan Brathwaite5Yale Bulldogs
ReboundsIsaac Celiscar9Yale Bulldogs
PointsMalik Abdullahi11Princeton Tigers
AssistsJackson Hicke2Princeton Tigers
ReboundsMalik Abdullahi6Princeton Tigers

Recent form

Yale Bulldogs

Last 10: 8-2Streak W175.5 scored · 68.6 allowed per game3-1 at home

W60-54at Columbia LionsFeb 28
L69-72at Cornell Big RedFeb 27
W74-70vs Pennsylvania QuakersFeb 21
W76-75at Harvard CrimsonFeb 14
W83-70at Dartmouth Big GreenFeb 14
W87-81at Howard BisonFeb 10
W81-69vs Brown BearsFeb 7
L65-67vs Harvard CrimsonFeb 1
W83-68vs Dartmouth Big GreenJan 31
W77-60at Pennsylvania QuakersJan 24

Princeton Tigers

Last 10: 3-7Streak W167.5 scored · 70.3 allowed per game1-4 away

W82-61vs Dartmouth Big GreenFeb 28
L56-58vs Harvard CrimsonFeb 28
L71-80at Brown BearsFeb 21
L65-75vs Columbia LionsFeb 14
L65-89vs Cornell Big RedFeb 14
L60-61at Pennsylvania QuakersFeb 7
W80-68at Columbia LionsJan 31
L64-87at Cornell Big RedJan 30
W63-53vs Brown BearsJan 24
L69-71at Dartmouth Big GreenJan 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	Princeton Tigers	Yale Bulldogs
Field goals	19-51	27-59
Field goal %	37	46
Three-pointers	7-28	6-21
Three-point %	25	29
Free throws	8-12	18-24
Free throw %	67	75
Rebounds	29	39
Offensive rebounds	5	10
Defensive rebounds	24	29
Assists	9	14
Steals	4	9
Blocks	3	3
Turnovers	14	7
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	7	23
Fast-break points	11	14
Points in the paint	18	32
Fouls	18	15
Largest lead	0	29
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	0	96

How the scoring went

2nd Half30-38Samson Aletan makes 8-foot hook shot (Devon Arlington assists)
2nd Half33-38Landon Clark makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jacob Huggins assists)
2nd Half33-40Isaac Celiscar makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half33-42Samson Aletan makes driving layup
2nd Half33-44Samson Aletan makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Nick Townsend assists)
2nd Half36-44Jacob Huggins makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jackson Hicke assists)
2nd Half36-46Casey Simmons makes layup (Devon Arlington assists)
2nd Half37-46Jacob Huggins makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half37-47Nick Townsend makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half37-48Nick Townsend makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half37-50Nick Townsend makes layup (Isaac Celiscar assists)
2nd Half37-52Isaac Celiscar makes driving layup
2nd Half37-53Riley Fox makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half39-53Jackson Hicke makes driving layup
2nd Half39-54Jordan Brathwaite makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half39-56Samson Aletan makes layup (Jordan Brathwaite assists)
2nd Half39-58Nick Townsend makes 9-foot hook shot (Jordan Brathwaite assists)
2nd Half41-58Dalen Davis makes 8-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half41-60Jordan Brathwaite makes 16-foot step back jumpshot
2nd Half41-61Trevor Mullin makes free throw 1 of 3
2nd Half41-62Trevor Mullin makes free throw 2 of 3
2nd Half41-63Trevor Mullin makes free throw 3 of 3
2nd Half41-65Jordan Brathwaite makes 1-foot dunk
2nd Half42-65Jackson Hicke makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half43-65Jackson Hicke makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half43-67Isaac Celiscar makes 10-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half43-69Casey Simmons makes driving layup
2nd Half43-70Nick Townsend makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half43-71Nick Townsend makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half46-71Jackson Hicke makes 28-foot three point jumper (Sebastian Whitfield assists)
2nd Half46-73Casey Simmons makes driving layup
2nd Half47-73Dalen Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half48-73Dalen Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half49-73Malik Abdullahi makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half49-75Casey Simmons makes layup (Isaac Celiscar assists)
2nd Half49-76Casey Simmons makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half49-78Jeannot Basima makes driving layup
2nd Half51-78Jacob Hammond makes driving layup
2nd Half52-78Jacob Hammond makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half53-78Jake Sussberg makes free throw 2 of 2