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Princeton Tigers Triumph Over Yale Bulldogs 76-60

Saturday, January 10, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · Jadwin Gymnasium

Princeton Tigers 76, Yale Bulldogs 60, 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 Princeton Tigers?

Princeton Tigers beat Yale Bulldogs 76-60 at Jadwin Gymnasium on January 10, 2026.

Who was favored in Yale Bulldogs vs Princeton Tigers?

Yale Bulldogs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -345 (about 78% implied). The underdog won.

In a surprising turn of events, the Princeton Tigers secured a decisive victory against the Yale Bulldogs, finishing the game with a score of 76-60. This outcome is particularly noteworthy given the contrasting records of the two teams leading up to the match, with Princeton holding a 6-11 record and Yale boasting a strong 12-3. The game took place at Jadwin Gymnasium on January 10, 2026, and showcased Princeton's ability to capitalize on their home advantage.

Princeton's recent form had shown signs of improvement, with the team winning their last two games prior to this matchup. In their last ten games, they recorded a 2-8 record, averaging 66.7 points scored and 71.1 points allowed. Their recent victories included a narrow win over the Pennsylvania Quakers, 78-76, and a 75-69 win against the Vermont Catamounts. Despite a challenging season, Princeton's last five games reflected a slight uptick in performance, with an average of 67.6 points scored and 68.4 points allowed, indicating a more competitive edge as they faced Yale.

On the other hand, Yale entered the game with a strong 9-1 record over their last ten outings, averaging 83.8 points scored while allowing 71.5 points. Their latest victory against Brown Bears, where they won 70-53, was part of a solid stretch that included a mix of high-scoring games and a single loss to Alabama Crimson Tide, 78-102. Yale's away record stood at 4-1, showcasing their capability to perform on the road, but they were unable to maintain that momentum against Princeton.

Historically, Yale had dominated the recent matchups against Princeton, winning all three previous meetings in the 2025 season. These included a close contest on March 15, 2025, where Yale edged out Princeton 59-57, as well as a more decisive 84-57 victory on February 16, 2025, and a 77-70 win on January 31, 2025. However, the tables turned in this latest encounter, with Princeton breaking their losing streak against Yale.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details on player availability for either team, but the absence of key players can often impact game outcomes significantly. The market had Yale favored by 7.5 points, according to DraftKings, with a moneyline of -345 for Yale and +275 for Princeton. The total points line was set at 142.5, indicating expectations of a moderately high-scoring game.

The conditions at Jadwin Gymnasium were conducive to a competitive atmosphere, with Princeton leveraging their home court advantage effectively. The Tigers' performance was marked by a strong defensive effort, limiting Yale's scoring opportunities and capitalizing on their own chances at the free-throw line, particularly in the second half.

As the game unfolded, Princeton's ability to execute crucial scoring plays in the latter stages proved pivotal. Jackson Hicke and Dalen Davis were instrumental in sealing the victory, with Hicke contributing multiple free throws that helped extend Princeton's lead. The final moments of the game showcased Princeton's resilience and tactical execution, allowing them to maintain control and ultimately secure a commanding win.

This match serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of college basketball, where home court advantage and timely performances can shift the expected outcomes dramatically. Fans and analysts alike will be keen to see how both teams respond in their upcoming fixtures following this significant result.

Odds

BookSpreadTotalMoneyline
DraftKingsYALE -7.5 142.5 o -112 / u -108 Yale Bulldogs -345 · Princeton Tigers +275

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Leaders

  • PointsJackson Hicke27Princeton Tigers
  • AssistsMalik Abdullahi4Princeton Tigers
  • ReboundsMalik Abdullahi9Princeton Tigers
  • PointsNick Townsend13Yale Bulldogs
  • AssistsIsaac Celiscar2Yale Bulldogs
  • ReboundsSamson Aletan8Yale Bulldogs

Recent form

Princeton Tigers

Last 10: 2-8Streak W266.7 scored · 71.1 allowed per game2-4 at home

  • W78-76vs Pennsylvania QuakersJan 6
  • W75-69vs Vermont CatamountsDec 30
  • L61-65at Temple OwlsDec 23
  • L56-59vs Merrimack WarriorsDec 10
  • L68-73at Loyola Chicago RamblersDec 6
  • L58-63at Monmouth HawksDec 4
  • L58-60vs Saint Joseph's HawksNov 30
  • L74-79vs Vermont CatamountsNov 26
  • L75-79vs Temple OwlsNov 26
  • L64-88at Bradley BravesNov 25

Yale Bulldogs

Last 10: 9-1Streak W183.8 scored · 71.5 allowed per game4-1 away

  • W70-53at Brown BearsJan 6
  • 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
  • W97-94at Akron ZipsNov 25
  • W74-63at Charleston CougarsNov 23
  • W73-67vs Green Bay PhoenixNov 21

Standings

TeamOverallGames behindIn conference
Yale24-7-11-3
Harvard17-12110-4
Pennsylvania18-1229-5
Cornell15-1338-6
Columbia16-1265-9
Dartmouth11-1665-9
Princeton9-2065-9
Brown9-1883-11

Box score

StatYale BulldogsPrinceton Tigers
Field goals23-6522-48
Field goal %3546
Three-pointers5-2911-27
Three-point %1741
Free throws9-1521-23
Free throw %6091
Rebounds3036
Offensive rebounds138
Defensive rebounds1728
Assists611
Steals57
Blocks04
Turnovers812
Team turnovers02
Technical fouls00
Technical fouls, total00
Flagrant fouls00
Points off turnovers107
Fast-break points55
Points in the paint3014
Fouls2116
Largest lead316
Lead changes99
Time in front2360

How the scoring went

  1. 2nd Half36-40Jack Stanton makes free throw 2 of 3
  2. 2nd Half36-41Jack Stanton makes free throw 3 of 3
  3. 2nd Half38-41Jordan Brathwaite makes layup
  4. 2nd Half38-44Dalen Davis makes 25-foot three point jumper
  5. 2nd Half40-44Samson Aletan makes layup
  6. 2nd Half41-44Jordan Brathwaite makes free throw 1 of 2
  7. 2nd Half42-44Jordan Brathwaite makes free throw 2 of 2
  8. 2nd Half42-47Jackson Hicke makes 25-foot three point jumper (Malik Abdullahi assists)
  9. 2nd Half44-47Nick Townsend makes 8-foot floating jump shot
  10. 2nd Half44-49Malik Abdullahi makes 5-foot hook shot
  11. 2nd Half45-49Nick Townsend makes free throw 1 of 2
  12. 2nd Half46-49Nick Townsend makes free throw 2 of 2
  13. 2nd Half46-52Dalen Davis makes 26-foot three point jumper (Malik Abdullahi assists)
  14. 2nd Half46-53Dalen Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
  15. 2nd Half46-54Dalen Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
  16. 2nd Half48-54Casey Simmons makes 8-foot floating jump shot
  17. 2nd Half48-57Jackson Hicke makes 24-foot three point jumper (Malik Abdullahi assists)
  18. 2nd Half48-58Jack Stanton makes free throw 1 of 2
  19. 2nd Half48-59Jack Stanton makes free throw 2 of 2
  20. 2nd Half50-59Casey Simmons makes driving layup
  21. 2nd Half51-59Casey Simmons makes free throw 1 of 1
  22. 2nd Half51-62Dalen Davis makes 45-foot three point jumper
  23. 2nd Half53-62Nick Townsend makes 9-foot turnaround jump shot
  24. 2nd Half54-62Nick Townsend makes free throw 1 of 1
  25. 2nd Half54-63Malik Abdullahi makes free throw 1 of 2
  26. 2nd Half54-64Malik Abdullahi makes free throw 2 of 2
  27. 2nd Half57-64Trevor Mullin makes 25-foot three point jumper (Samson Aletan assists)
  28. 2nd Half57-65Jackson Hicke makes free throw 2 of 2
  29. 2nd Half57-66Jack Stanton makes free throw 1 of 2
  30. 2nd Half57-67Jack Stanton makes free throw 2 of 2
  31. 2nd Half57-68Jackson Hicke makes free throw 1 of 2
  32. 2nd Half57-69Jackson Hicke makes free throw 2 of 2
  33. 2nd Half57-70Jackson Hicke makes free throw 2 of 2
  34. 2nd Half60-70Trevor Mullin makes 25-foot three point jumper
  35. 2nd Half60-71Jackson Hicke makes free throw 1 of 2
  36. 2nd Half60-72Jackson Hicke makes free throw 2 of 2
  37. 2nd Half60-73Jackson Hicke makes free throw 1 of 2
  38. 2nd Half60-74Jackson Hicke makes free throw 2 of 2
  39. 2nd Half60-75Dalen Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
  40. 2nd Half60-76Dalen Davis makes free throw 2 of 2

Win probability

Above the line favours Princeton Tigers, below favours Yale Bulldogs.

Venue

  • Jadwin GymnasiumPrinceton, NJ
  • Attendance4884
  • OfficialsDavid Powell, Jawaan Williams, Paul Sallustio Jr.

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