Cornell Faces Lafayette in College Basketball Clash Tonight

Easton, PA – The Cornell Big Red are scheduled to take on the Lafayette Leopards tonight at the Kirby Sports Center. The game is set to tip off at 6:00 PM EST.

In this matchup, Cornell is the betting favorite, with a spread of -4.5. The over/under for total points stands at 158.5. According to game simulations and statistics, Cornell is favored to win with a 78.0% confidence level.

Despite a 0-2 record against the spread this season, Cornell has shown impressive shooting, boasting a 62% success rate from inside the arc since the start of the 2023-24 season, the highest among Ivy League teams. Last season, they achieved a similar 64% shooting average in that category, leading all Division 1 teams.

Meanwhile, Lafayette has had a mixed season so far, with a 1-1 record against the spread. The team averaged just 61.9 points per game last season, ranking second lowest among Division 1 teams.

Lafayette’s three-point shooting last season stood at 31%, which tied for the 10th lowest in Division 1. They also had one of the lowest free throw attempts per game at 13.7.

As both teams prepare for the game, analysts predict a close contest, with Cornell projected to win by a narrow margin of 78-75 based on recent performance and betting trends. Bettors are weighing their options as they approach game time, with Cornell predicted to cover the spread with 58% confidence.

Tonight’s game will be crucial for both teams as they seek to improve their standing in the early season.