Yale Bulldogs Defeat Brown Bears 70-53 in NCAAB Clash
Monday, January 5, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Pizzitola Sports Center
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Who won Yale Bulldogs vs Brown Bears?
Yale Bulldogs beat Brown Bears 70-53 at Pizzitola Sports Center on January 5, 2026.
Who was favored in Yale Bulldogs vs Brown Bears?
Yale Bulldogs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -440 (about 81% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Yale Bulldogs triumphed over the Brown Bears with a final score of 70-53 at the Pizzitola Sports Center. This victory further solidifies Yale's strong season, improving their record to 13-2, while Brown falls to 6-9. Yale's performance was characterized by a solid offensive display, averaging 84.5 points over their last ten games, compared to Brown's 74.8. The Bulldogs had a recent record of 8-2, though they entered this game on a one-game losing streak after a loss to Alabama. In contrast, Brown had won their previous game against Johnson & Wales, showcasing a recent form of 6-4 in their last ten outings.
At home, Brown had a record of 4-1, while Yale performed well on the road with a 5-1 away record. The teams had met twice earlier in the season, with Yale winning both encounters, including a 79-58 victory in January and a 70-61 win in March. This history added an extra layer of pressure on the Bears, who were looking to turn the tide in their favor.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but any absence of key players could have influenced the dynamics of the game. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Yale favored by 8.5 points, with a total set at 142.5. The odds reflected confidence in Yale's ability to secure a comfortable win, which they ultimately did.
The game conditions were typical for a winter evening in January, with both teams needing to adapt to the indoor environment of the Pizzitola Sports Center. Fans were treated to a competitive atmosphere as the teams battled for supremacy.
Key moments in the game included a notable three-point jumper by Luke Paragon that extended Yale's lead to 62-48 in the second half. Following that, Riley Fox's layup pushed the score to 64-48. Brown attempted to respond, with Landon Lewis scoring a layup and a free throw, but Yale's consistent scoring kept them ahead. The Bulldogs showcased their depth and versatility, with contributions from multiple players, including a crucial alley-oop dunk from Samson Aletan, which sealed the game at 70-53.
Overall, the fixture highlighted Yale's dominance in the series and their ability to perform under pressure, while Brown will need to regroup and address their shortcomings moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | YALE -8.5 | 142.5 o -112 / u -108 | Yale Bulldogs -440 · Brown Bears +340 |
Leaders
- PointsLandon Lewis16Brown Bears
- AssistsJeremiah Jenkins10Brown Bears
- ReboundsLandon Lewis8Brown Bears
- PointsRiley Fox18Yale Bulldogs
- AssistsNick Townsend5Yale Bulldogs
- ReboundsNick Townsend10Yale Bulldogs
Recent form
Brown Bears
Last 10: 6-4Streak W174.8 scored · 59 allowed per game4-1 at home
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- W75-56vs Bryant BulldogsDec 6
- L56-66at Rhode Island RamsDec 3
- W59-47at New Hampshire WildcatsNov 26
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Yale Bulldogs
Last 10: 8-2Streak L184.5 scored · 74.8 allowed per game3-1 away
- L78-102at Alabama Crimson TideDec 30
- W93-82vs UAlbany Great DanesDec 10
- W80-66vs UIC FlamesDec 7
- W79-61vs Brandeis JudgesDec 4
- W117-53vs SUNY Maritime PrivateersDec 3
- W77-74at Vermont CatamountsNov 30
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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 | Yale Bulldogs | Brown Bears |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-54 | 20-65 |
| Field goal % | 48 | 31 |
| Three-pointers | 6-17 | 7-30 |
| Three-point % | 35 | 23 |
| Free throws | 12-20 | 6-10 |
| Free throw % | 60 | 60 |
| Rebounds | 44 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 35 | 23 |
| Assists | 16 | 14 |
| Steals | 5 | 8 |
| Blocks | 5 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 24 |
| Fouls | 13 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 17 | 8 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 49 | 43 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half23-28Isaiah Langham makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half25-28Trevor Mullin makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 1st Half25-30Landon Lewis makes 19-foot jumper (Adrian Uchidiuno assists)
- 1st Half27-30Riley Fox makes layup (Nick Townsend assists)
- 1st Half29-30Trevor Mullin makes 14-foot pullup jump shot (Nick Townsend assists)
- 2nd Half29-32Luke Paragon makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half30-32Nick Townsend makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half31-32Nick Townsend makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half34-32Casey Simmons makes 26-foot three point jumper (Trevor Mullin assists)
- 2nd Half34-33N'famara Dabo makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half35-33Isaac Celiscar makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half36-33Isaac Celiscar makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half38-33Samson Aletan makes 4-foot alley oop dunk (Isaac Celiscar assists)
- 2nd Half39-33Isaac Celiscar makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-33Nick Townsend makes driving layup
- 2nd Half41-35Malcolm Wrisby-Jefferson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half43-35Riley Fox makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half44-35Samson Aletan makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-38Adrian Uchidiuno makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jeremiah Jenkins assists)
- 2nd Half46-38Samson Aletan makes layup (Devon Arlington assists)
- 2nd Half49-38Devon Arlington makes 23-foot three point jumper (Isaac Celiscar assists)
- 2nd Half49-40Charlie O'Sullivan makes layup (Jeremiah Jenkins assists)
- 2nd Half49-42Landon Lewis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-42Nick Townsend makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-42Nick Townsend makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-42Riley Fox makes 17-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half56-42Riley Fox makes 24-foot three point jumper (Isaac Celiscar assists)
- 2nd Half58-42Riley Fox makes layup
- 2nd Half58-45Adrian Uchidiuno makes 22-foot three point jumper (Jeremiah Jenkins assists)
- 2nd Half60-45Casey Simmons makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-45Samson Aletan makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-45Samson Aletan makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-48Luke Paragon makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jeremiah Jenkins assists)
- 2nd Half64-48Riley Fox makes layup (Trevor Mullin assists)
- 2nd Half64-50Landon Lewis makes layup (Jeremiah Jenkins assists)
- 2nd Half64-51Landon Lewis makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half65-51Nick Townsend makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-51Isaac Celiscar makes 26-foot three point jumper (Samson Aletan assists)
- 2nd Half68-53Landon Lewis makes layup (Jeremiah Jenkins assists)
- 2nd Half70-53Samson Aletan makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (Trevor Mullin assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Brown Bears, below favours Yale Bulldogs.
Venue
- Pizzitola Sports CenterProvidence, RI
- Attendance413
- OfficialsTony Chiazza, Matt Potter, Mike Evans
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