NCAAB · Final

Cornell Big Red Upset Yale Bulldogs 72-69

Friday, February 27, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · Newman Arena

Cornell Big Red 72, Yale Bulldogs 69, 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 Cornell Big Red?

Cornell Big Red beat Yale Bulldogs 72-69 at Newman Arena on February 27, 2026.

Who was favored in Yale Bulldogs vs Cornell Big Red?

Yale Bulldogs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -225 (about 69% implied). The underdog won.

In a thrilling matchup at Newman Arena, the Cornell Big Red secured a surprising victory over the Yale Bulldogs with a final score of 72-69. This game was particularly noteworthy as it marked a significant upset, given Yale's strong season record of 21-5 compared to Cornell's 13-12. The victory ended Cornell's four-game losing streak against Yale, improving their head-to-head record to 1-4 in recent meetings.

Cornell entered the game with a mixed recent form, having recorded a 5-5 record in their last ten games, including a disappointing two-game losing streak prior to this matchup. Their scoring average stood at 80.9 points per game while allowing 79.2, indicating a propensity for high-scoring affairs. In their last five games, they averaged 77.6 points scored and allowed 75.6, showing a slight decline in both offensive and defensive performance.

On the other hand, Yale was riding a five-game winning streak, boasting a 9-1 record over their last ten games. They averaged 81.9 points scored while allowing only 70.2 points, reflecting a solid defensive effort. Yale's last five games saw them score an average of 80.2 points while allowing 73.0, showcasing their ability to maintain both offensive and defensive consistency.

At home, Cornell had struggled, recording just a 1-3 record in their last four games at Newman Arena. Conversely, Yale had performed well on the road, maintaining a perfect 4-0 record in their last four away games. This context set the stage for an intriguing clash, with Yale favored by 4.5 points according to DraftKings, who also set the total at 164.5 points for the game.

The conditions in Newman Arena were conducive for a competitive matchup, and the atmosphere was electric as both teams took the court. The game unfolded with a series of scoring plays that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Key moments included a driving layup by Trevor Mullin that helped Cornell regain momentum and a crucial three-point jumper by Jake Fiegen that sealed the victory for the Big Red.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams would have been keen to field their strongest lineups given the stakes of the game.

As the game progressed, viewers were treated to a back-and-forth contest, with Yale initially looking to assert their dominance. However, Cornell's resilience shone through as they fought back from a deficit, ultimately taking the lead in the closing moments. This game not only showcased the competitive spirit of both teams but also highlighted Cornell's ability to perform under pressure, especially against a formidable opponent like Yale.

Overall, the matchup was a testament to the unpredictable nature of college basketball, where any team can emerge victorious on any given night. The victory for Cornell serves as a significant boost as they look to build on this momentum moving forward.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	YALE -4.5	164.5 o -105 / u -115	Yale Bulldogs -225 · Cornell Big Red +185

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Leaders

PointsJake Fiegen17Cornell Big Red
AssistsJake Fiegen4Cornell Big Red
ReboundsJake Fiegen8Cornell Big Red
PointsIsaac Celiscar14Yale Bulldogs
AssistsNick Townsend5Yale Bulldogs
ReboundsIsaac Celiscar8Yale Bulldogs

Recent form

Cornell Big Red

Last 10: 5-5Streak L280.9 scored · 79.2 allowed per game1-3 at home

L54-73vs Harvard CrimsonFeb 21
L76-82at Pennsylvania QuakersFeb 14
W89-65at Princeton TigersFeb 14
W88-67at Columbia LionsFeb 7
L81-91vs Pennsylvania QuakersJan 31
W87-64vs Princeton TigersJan 30
W86-79at Harvard CrimsonJan 24
W89-67at Brown BearsJan 19
L68-102at Yale BulldogsJan 17
L91-102vs Dartmouth Big GreenJan 10

Yale Bulldogs

Last 10: 9-1Streak W581.9 scored · 70.2 allowed per game4-0 away

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
W91-74vs Columbia LionsJan 19
W102-68vs Cornell Big RedJan 17

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	Cornell Big Red
Field goals	28-60	26-54
Field goal %	47	48
Three-pointers	7-20	14-35
Three-point %	35	40
Free throws	6-10	6-10
Free throw %	60	60
Rebounds	28	31
Offensive rebounds	7	8
Defensive rebounds	21	23
Assists	15	19
Steals	8	2
Blocks	4	1
Turnovers	8	12
Team turnovers	2	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	17	15
Fast-break points	18	7
Points in the paint	42	24
Fouls	18	13
Largest lead	0	14
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	0	98

How the scoring went

1st Half27-35Jake Fiegen makes 10-foot step back jumpshot
1st Half30-35Riley Fox makes 27-foot three point jumper
2nd Half30-38Adam Hinton makes 26-foot three point jumper (Josh Baldwin assists)
2nd Half30-41Adam Hinton makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jacob Beccles assists)
2nd Half32-41Isaac Celiscar makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half32-43Adam Hinton makes driving layup
2nd Half35-43Isaac Celiscar makes 24-foot three point jumper (Samson Aletan assists)
2nd Half35-44Josh Baldwin makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half35-45Josh Baldwin makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half35-48Josh Baldwin makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jake Fiegen assists)
2nd Half37-48Isaac Celiscar makes layup (Nick Townsend assists)
2nd Half37-50Jake Fiegen makes layup (Josh Baldwin assists)
2nd Half39-50Jordan Brathwaite makes driving layup
2nd Half39-52Jake Fiegen makes layup (Anthony Nimani assists)
2nd Half41-52Isaac Celiscar makes driving layup
2nd Half43-52Trevor Mullin makes driving layup (Nick Townsend assists)
2nd Half43-54Jake Fiegen makes layup (Kaspar Sepp assists)
2nd Half43-56Anthony Nimani makes driving layup
2nd Half45-56Nick Townsend makes layup (Riley Fox assists)
2nd Half47-56Casey Simmons makes driving layup (Isaac Celiscar assists)
2nd Half50-56Devon Arlington makes 25-foot three point jumper (Casey Simmons assists)
2nd Half52-56Riley Fox makes driving layup
2nd Half54-56Casey Simmons makes layup (Nick Townsend assists)
2nd Half54-58Cooper Noard makes driving layup
2nd Half54-59Anthony Nimani makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half54-60Anthony Nimani makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half57-60Devon Arlington makes 25-foot three point jumper (Casey Simmons assists)
2nd Half57-63Jake Fiegen makes 29-foot three point jumper (Kaspar Sepp assists)
2nd Half57-65Kaspar Sepp makes driving layup
2nd Half58-65Nick Townsend makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half59-65Nick Townsend makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half59-67Anthony Nimani makes 12-foot step back jumpshot
2nd Half59-68Anthony Nimani makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half61-68Jordan Brathwaite makes driving layup
2nd Half63-68Casey Simmons makes 2-foot dunk (Trevor Mullin assists)
2nd Half63-69Kaspar Sepp makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half65-69Trevor Mullin makes driving layup (Nick Townsend assists)
2nd Half67-69Casey Simmons makes layup (Nick Townsend assists)
2nd Half69-69Nick Townsend makes layup
2nd Half69-72Jake Fiegen makes 27-foot three point jumper (Josh Baldwin assists)