Princeton and Cornell Clash in High-Stakes Ivy League Basketball Showdown

PRINCETON, N.J. — The Princeton Tigers and Cornell Big Red are set to face off in a highly anticipated Ivy League basketball matchup at 2:00 p.m. ET on Saturday at L. Stockwell Jadwin Gymnasium. With Princeton holding a 14-4 record and Cornell at 10-6, both teams are looking to extend their winning streaks in this critical conference game.

Princeton enters the game on a five-game home winning streak, having averaged 77.1 points per game this season. Their recent 71-67 victory over Columbia showcased their offensive rebounding prowess, with 18 offensive boards. Meanwhile, Cornell is coming off a narrow 83-82 loss to Brown, ending their three-game winning streak. Despite the setback, the Big Red have been a high-scoring team, averaging 86.5 points per game, ranking fifth in the league.

This matchup marks the 89th meeting between the two teams, with Princeton leading the series 67-21. The Tigers have also won six of their last 10 games against Cornell, including a close contest in March 2024. Princeton is favored to win by 4.5 points, but Cornell’s resilience and strong rebounding efforts could make this a tightly contested game.

For Cornell, a victory would not only improve their record to 5-13 but also break a 14-game losing streak against Princeton. New head coach Emily Garner, who previously led Trinity College, is focused on reducing turnovers and leveraging home-court advantage to build momentum in the Ivy League.

Both teams are known for their offensive firepower, setting the stage for a high-scoring game. The over/under is set at 158.5 points, reflecting the potential for an exciting offensive battle. As the game approaches, fans and analysts alike are eager to see which team will come out on top in this pivotal Ivy League clash.