NCAAB · Final/OT

Yale Edges Harvard in Overtime Thriller

Saturday, February 14, 2026, 6:30 PM ET · Lavietes Pavilion

Yale Bulldogs 76, Harvard Crimson 75, 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 Harvard Crimson?

Yale Bulldogs beat Harvard Crimson 76-75 at Lavietes Pavilion on February 14, 2026.

Who was favored in Yale Bulldogs vs Harvard Crimson?

Yale Bulldogs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -205 (about 67% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Yale Bulldogs narrowly defeated the Harvard Crimson 76-75 in overtime at Lavietes Pavilion. This game was particularly significant as it showcased the fierce rivalry between the two Ivy League schools, with Yale looking to assert its dominance after losing to Harvard just two weeks prior. The Bulldogs have had a strong season, entering the game with a record of 20-4, while Harvard held a record of 14-10.

Both teams entered the game with solid recent form. Harvard had won three straight games leading up to this matchup, boasting a record of 7-3 over their last ten games. They averaged 72.1 points per game while allowing 69.5 points. Their last five games showed a similar trend, with an average of 70.0 points scored and 66.2 points allowed. In contrast, Yale also had a record of 7-3 in their last ten games, averaging 79.4 points scored and allowing 71.8 points. Their last five games reflected a scoring average of 78.6 points and an average of 69.0 points allowed, indicating their offensive strength.

At home, Harvard had a record of 2-2, while they performed better in away games with a record of 5-1. Yale, on the other hand, had a home record of 4-1 and an away record of 3-2, illustrating their ability to win both at home and on the road. This game was crucial for both teams as they aimed to solidify their standings in the Ivy League.

In their previous meetings this season, Harvard had emerged victorious in their last encounter on February 1, winning 67-65. However, Yale had won the previous match in the 2025 season, and their overall head-to-head record stood at 2-1 in favor of Harvard, adding an extra layer of intensity to the rivalry.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any affected players for either team, allowing both squads to field their strongest lineups. The betting market reflected Yale as the favorites, with odds from DraftKings showing Yale at -4.5 on the spread, a money line of -205 for Yale, and +170 for Harvard. The total for the game was set at 138.5, with over odds at -112 and under odds at -108.

The game was played under standard conditions, with both teams eager to showcase their skills on the court. Viewers were treated to a thrilling contest that went into overtime, highlighting the competitiveness of both teams. Key moments in overtime included Robert Hinton making a crucial 14-foot step back jumpshot, followed by Jordan Brathwaite hitting a 25-foot three-pointer, giving Yale a brief lead. The back-and-forth scoring continued with Chandler Pigge and Tey Barbour contributing important baskets for Harvard.

Ultimately, Yale managed to secure the win with Isaac Celiscar making two free throws that sealed the game at 76-75. This victory not only avenged their previous loss to Harvard but also reinforced Yale's strong season as they continue to vie for a top position in the Ivy League standings.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	YALE -4.5	138.5 o -112 / u -108	Yale Bulldogs -205 · Harvard Crimson +170

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Leaders

PointsThomas Batties III23Harvard Crimson
AssistsChandler Pigge3Harvard Crimson
ReboundsThomas Batties III7Harvard Crimson
PointsIsaac Celiscar17Yale Bulldogs
AssistsNick Townsend3Yale Bulldogs
ReboundsIsaac Celiscar14Yale Bulldogs

Recent form

Harvard Crimson

Last 10: 7-3Streak W372.1 scored · 69.5 allowed per game2-2 at home

W71-58at Dartmouth Big GreenFeb 7
W67-65at Yale BulldogsFeb 1
W69-59at Brown BearsJan 31
L79-86vs Cornell Big RedJan 24
W64-63vs Pennsylvania QuakersJan 19
W87-80vs Princeton TigersJan 17
W79-54at Columbia LionsJan 10
L68-76vs Dartmouth Big GreenJan 6
W78-69at Colgate RaidersDec 28
L59-85at St. John's Red StormDec 23

Yale Bulldogs

Last 10: 7-3Streak W279.4 scored · 71.8 allowed per game3-2 away

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
L60-76at Princeton TigersJan 10
W70-53at Brown BearsJan 6
L78-102at Alabama Crimson TideDec 30

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	Harvard Crimson
Field goals	24-58	31-61
Field goal %	41	51
Three-pointers	11-25	6-22
Three-point %	44	27
Free throws	17-20	7-8
Free throw %	85	88
Rebounds	36	30
Offensive rebounds	12	7
Defensive rebounds	24	23
Assists	11	12
Steals	4	10
Blocks	1	6
Turnovers	10	8
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	13	15
Fast-break points	0	8
Points in the paint	22	36
Fouls	11	13
Largest lead	2	11
Lead changes	13	13
Time in front	6	86

How the scoring went

2nd Half37-43Chandler Pigge makes driving layup
2nd Half39-43Samson Aletan makes driving layup (Jordan Brathwaite assists)
2nd Half42-43Casey Simmons makes 24-foot three point jumper
2nd Half42-45Thomas Batties III makes 14-foot step back jumpshot
2nd Half43-45Trevor Mullin makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half44-45Trevor Mullin makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half44-47Robert Hinton makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half44-48Ben Eisendrath makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half44-49Ben Eisendrath makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half47-49Trevor Mullin makes 23-foot three point step back jumpshot
2nd Half48-49Isaac Celiscar makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half50-49Riley Fox makes 14-foot pullup jump shot (Devon Arlington assists)
2nd Half50-51Thomas Batties III makes driving layup (Ben Eisendrath assists)
2nd Half50-53Robert Hinton makes 2-foot dunk
2nd Half53-53Devon Arlington makes 23-foot three point jumper
2nd Half53-55Thomas Batties III makes 9-foot hook shot
2nd Half55-55Casey Simmons makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half55-57Ben Eisendrath makes layup
2nd Half58-57Riley Fox makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jack Sullivan assists)
2nd Half58-60Thomas Batties III makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tey Barbour assists)
2nd Half58-61Thomas Batties III makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half59-61Casey Simmons makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half60-61Casey Simmons makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half62-61Casey Simmons makes 7-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half62-63Chandler Pigge makes driving layup
2nd Half63-63Isaac Celiscar makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half64-63Isaac Celiscar makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half64-66Thomas Batties III makes 24-foot three point jumper (Robert Hinton assists)
2nd Half65-66Isaac Celiscar makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half66-66Isaac Celiscar makes free throw 2 of 2
OT66-68Ben Eisendrath makes driving layup (Tey Barbour assists)
OT68-68Casey Simmons makes driving layup
OT68-70Robert Hinton makes 14-foot step back jumpshot
OT71-70Jordan Brathwaite makes 25-foot three pointer
OT71-72Chandler Pigge makes layup
OT74-72Jordan Brathwaite makes 24-foot three pointer (Trevor Mullin assists)
OT74-74Tey Barbour makes driving layup
OT74-75Tey Barbour makes free throw 1 of 1
OT75-75Isaac Celiscar makes free throw 1 of 2
OT76-75Isaac Celiscar makes free throw 2 of 2