Green Bay Meets Yale in 2025 Paradise Jam Showdown

ST. THOMAS, U.S. Virgin Islands — The Green Bay Phoenix and Yale Bulldogs are set to clash in the first round of the 2025 Paradise Jam Tournament on Friday afternoon. This matchup comes after both teams faced recent losses; Green Bay lost to Minnesota 72-65 in overtime, while Yale fell to Rhode Island 86-77.

The Phoenix, currently with a record of 1-4, are looking to regain their footing after losing two consecutive games. They finished 11th in the Horizon League last season with a 2-18 conference record and overall stumbled to a 4-28 finish.

In contrast, the Bulldogs stand at 3-1. Last season, they excelled on neutral courts, ending with a 4-2 mark and claiming the Ivy League title with a formidable 13-1 record, ultimately concluding their 2024-25 season with a 22-8 overall record.

Tip-off at the Elridge Wilburn Blake Center is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. ET. This game marks the first-ever meeting between the two schools. The latest odds from SportsLine list Yale as a 16.5-point favorite, with an over/under set at 152.5 points.

Before placing any bets, fans are encouraged to check the latest predictions from the SportsLine Projection Model, which has simulated over 10,000 games and reported significant profits for players. This model’s simulations have previously shown that many games are likely to go over the total points.

As the anticipation builds for this matchup, it’s clear that both teams are striving for improvement, making this game crucial for their respective seasons.