NCAAB · Final

Yale Bulldogs Edge Akron Zips in Thrilling Finish

Monday, November 24, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · UVI Sports & Fitness Center

Yale Bulldogs 97, Akron Zips 94, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Yale Bulldogs vs Akron Zips?

Yale Bulldogs beat Akron Zips 97-94 at UVI Sports & Fitness Center on November 24, 2025.

In a closely contested matchup, the Yale Bulldogs triumphed over the Akron Zips with a final score of 97-94 at the UVI Sports & Fitness Center. This game was particularly noteworthy as it marked the second meeting between these teams, with Yale now holding a 2-0 advantage in their head-to-head record, having previously defeated Akron 74-58 on December 21, 2024.

Both teams entered the game with strong recent form. The Akron Zips boasted a home record of 5-2 and were riding a two-game winning streak, having won nine of their last ten games. They averaged an impressive 93.0 points per game while allowing 72.3 points. Their last five games saw them score an average of 97.0 points, indicating a potent offense. In their most recent outing, they defeated the Evansville Purple Aces 97-59, showcasing their scoring ability.

On the other hand, the Yale Bulldogs came into the game with a 6-1 record and also enjoyed a two-game winning streak. Their recent performance included an average of 79.2 points scored and 69.9 points allowed per game over their last ten contests. They had a solid away record of 4-1, which included a victory against the Charleston Cougars, where they won 74-63.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Akron favored by 1.5 points, with a total set at 156.5. This reflected the expectations for a high-scoring game, which ultimately materialized. The odds for the over were listed at -112.0, while the under was at -115.0.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing from either roster, suggesting both teams were at full strength for this encounter.

The game was played under favorable conditions, with both teams looking to capitalize on their recent successes. As the match progressed, it became evident that the Bulldogs' late-game execution would be crucial. In the final moments, Trevor Mullin played a pivotal role for Yale, making several crucial free throws that helped secure the victory. His performance included scoring from the line and assisting teammates, particularly in the closing stages of the game.

Fans watching were treated to a thrilling display of basketball, with the lead changing hands multiple times. The Zips fought hard to keep pace, but ultimately, Yale's ability to convert free throws and make timely shots proved decisive.

This matchup not only highlighted the competitive nature of both teams but also set the stage for future encounters, as both squads look to build on their respective successes in the season ahead.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	AKR -1.5	156.5 o -112 / u -115	Yale Bulldogs — · Akron Zips —

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Leaders

PointsTavari Johnson35Akron Zips
AssistsTavari Johnson8Akron Zips
ReboundsEric Mahaffey7Akron Zips
PointsIsaac Celiscar23Yale Bulldogs
AssistsNick Townsend10Yale Bulldogs
ReboundsNick Townsend6Yale Bulldogs

Recent form

Akron Zips

Last 10: 9-1Streak W293 scored · 72.3 allowed per game8-0 at home

W97-59at Evansville Purple AcesNov 24
W96-75vs Iona GaelsNov 21
L79-97at Purdue BoilermakersNov 17
W109-51vs Penn State Shenango Nittany LionsNov 13
W104-69vs Princeton TigersNov 8
W85-71vs James Madison DukesNov 4
W76-74vs Miami (OH) RedHawksMar 15
W100-90vs Toledo RocketsMar 14
W96-67vs Bowling Green FalconsMar 13
W88-70vs Buffalo BullsMar 8

Yale Bulldogs

Last 10: 8-2Streak W279.2 scored · 69.9 allowed per game4-1 away

W74-63at Charleston CougarsNov 23
W73-67vs Green Bay PhoenixNov 21
L77-86vs Rhode Island RamsNov 19
W86-79vs Stony Brook SeawolvesNov 15
W97-60at Quinnipiac BobcatsNov 12
W97-68at Navy MidshipmenNov 8
W90-84vs Cornell Big RedMar 16
W59-57vs Princeton TigersMar 15
W70-61at Brown BearsMar 8
L69-74at Harvard CrimsonMar 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
Miami (OH)	32-2	-	18-0
Akron	29-6	1	17-1
Kent State	24-10	4	14-4
Toledo	19-15	7	11-7
Bowling Green	18-14	9	9-9
Ohio	15-17	9	9-9
Buffalo	17-15	11	7-11
Massachusetts	17-16	11	7-11
Ball State	12-19	11	7-11
Central Michigan	10-21	12	6-12
Western Michigan	10-21	14	4-14
Eastern Michigan	10-21	14	4-14
Northern Illinois	9-21	10	4-14

Box score

Stat	Yale Bulldogs	Akron Zips
Field goals	34-53	38-61
Field goal %	64	62
Three-pointers	8-17	12-23
Three-point %	47	52
Free throws	21-21	6-9
Free throw %	100	67
Rebounds	22	19
Offensive rebounds	7	8
Defensive rebounds	15	11
Assists	21	17
Steals	5	6
Blocks	2	2
Turnovers	8	11
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	1	0
Points off turnovers	14	12
Fast-break points	8	10
Points in the paint	48	48
Fouls	13	17
Largest lead	15	1

How the scoring went

2nd Half62-56Tavari Johnson made Layup.
2nd Half64-56Isaac Celiscar made Layup. Assisted by Jordan Brathwaite.
2nd Half66-56Devon Arlington made Jumper.
2nd Half66-58Tavari Johnson made Layup.
2nd Half68-58Nick Townsend made Jumper.
2nd Half68-59Shammah Scott made Free Throw.
2nd Half68-60Shammah Scott made Free Throw.
2nd Half68-62Amani Lyles made Layup. Assisted by Sharron Young.
2nd Half70-62Riley Fox made Layup.
2nd Half70-64Ognjen Stankovic made Jumper.
2nd Half72-64Riley Fox made Layup. Assisted by Nick Townsend.
2nd Half72-66Tavari Johnson made Layup.
2nd Half74-66Devon Arlington made Layup.
2nd Half74-68Shammah Scott made Jumper.
2nd Half76-68Nick Townsend made Jumper. Assisted by Devon Arlington.
2nd Half76-70Marvin Musiime-Kamali made Layup. Assisted by Tavari Johnson.
2nd Half78-70Nick Townsend made Layup. Assisted by Devon Arlington.
2nd Half78-73Shammah Scott made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tavari Johnson.
2nd Half78-76Shammah Scott made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tavari Johnson.
2nd Half79-76Isaac Celiscar made Free Throw.
2nd Half80-76Isaac Celiscar made Free Throw.
2nd Half80-78Evan Mahaffey made Layup.
2nd Half80-80Tavari Johnson made Layup. Assisted by Amani Lyles.
2nd Half83-80Trevor Mullin made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Isaac Celiscar.
2nd Half83-82Tavari Johnson made Layup.
2nd Half86-82Riley Fox made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Isaac Celiscar.
2nd Half86-83Amani Lyles made Free Throw.
2nd Half86-84Amani Lyles made Free Throw.
2nd Half89-84Riley Fox made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Nick Townsend.
2nd Half89-87Shammah Scott made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half91-87Nick Townsend made Jumper.
2nd Half91-89Tavari Johnson made Layup.
2nd Half92-89Trevor Mullin made Free Throw.
2nd Half93-89Trevor Mullin made Free Throw.
2nd Half93-91Tavari Johnson made Layup.
2nd Half94-91Trevor Mullin made Free Throw.
2nd Half95-91Trevor Mullin made Free Throw.
2nd Half95-94Bowen Hardman made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tavari Johnson.
2nd Half96-94Trevor Mullin made Free Throw.
2nd Half97-94Trevor Mullin made Free Throw.