The Brown Bears, ranked 291 in the NET rankings, pulled off a stunning 79-76 upset over the Dartmouth Big Green, ranked 241, at Leede Arena on February 14, 2026. This 3-point victory marked a significant Quad 4 win for Brown, with Landon Lewis leading the charge with 30 points and 10 rebounds. Dartmouth's Jayden Williams had a notable performance as well, scoring 24 points and grabbing 6 rebounds, but it wasn't enough to secure the win. The loss drops Dartmouth to 10-13, while Brown improves to 8-15.
Landon Lewis's 30-Point Performance Marks First 30-Point Game of the Season for Brown
The game was closely contested, with Dartmouth taking a 38-30 lead into halftime. However, Brown came out strong in the second half, outscoring Dartmouth 49-38 to secure the 79-76 win. The Big Green's Kareem Thomas contributed 22 points and 5 rebounds, while Brandon Mitchell-Day added 10 points and 7 rebounds. Brown's David Rochester and Luke Paragon chipped in with 10 and 9 points, respectively. The Bears' ability to outscore Dartmouth by 11 points in the second half was the deciding factor, as they overcame a 8-point deficit to take the lead. With 10:45 remaining in the game, Brown trailed by 7 points, but they went on a 15-5 run to take a 3-point lead with 4:15 left.
Landon Lewis was the standout performer for the Brown Bears, scoring 30 points and grabbing 10 rebounds. Jayden Williams led the Dartmouth Big Green with 24 points and 6 rebounds, while Kareem Thomas added 22 points and 5 rebounds. Brown's supporting cast, including David Rochester and Luke Paragon, scored 10 and 9 points, respectively. The Big Green's Brandon Mitchell-Day contributed 10 points and 7 rebounds, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Bears' strong second-half performance. Lewis's 30 points marked a season high, and his 10 rebounds tied his season high.
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The Brown Bears outscored the Dartmouth Big Green 49-38 in the second half, shooting 51.7% from the field. Dartmouth, on the other hand, shot 44.7% from the field in the second half. The Bears also outrebounded the Big Green 35-32, with Landon Lewis grabbing 10 rebounds. The Big Green committed 12 turnovers, while the Bears had 10. Brown's 79 points marked a season high in road games, and their 49 second-half points were the most they've scored in a half this season. The Bears' 3-point shooting was also a key factor, as they made 7 of 17 attempts (41.2%).
The CHD Scout predicted a Dartmouth win by 2.8 points, with a predicted score of 73-70. However, the Brown Bears proved the model wrong, securing a 79-76 victory. This marks a significant upset, as Dartmouth was favored to win. The model underestimated the Bears' ability to come back from a halftime deficit, as well as Landon Lewis's impressive performance. The actual margin of 3 points was close to the predicted margin, but the wrong team emerged victorious. The CHD Scout model missed the mark on this one, highlighting the unpredictability of college basketball.
This Quad 4 win is a significant boost to the Brown Bears' resume, as they improve to 8-15. The loss drops the Dartmouth Big Green to 10-13, and marks a Quad 4 loss for the team. The Bears' NET ranking of 291 will likely improve, while the Big Green's ranking of 241 may take a hit. The game's implications on the tournament picture are significant, as Brown's win keeps them in contention for a potential postseason berth. However, Dartmouth's loss may hurt their chances of securing a favorable seed in the conference tournament. With 7 games remaining in the regular season, the Bears want to build on this momentum, while the Big Green will aim to bounce back from this tough loss.
The Brown Bears will face the Yale Bulldogs on February 18, 2026, while the Dartmouth Big Green will take on the Harvard Crimson on February 17, 2026. Both teams want to build on their current momentum, with Brown seeking to extend their winning streak and Dartmouth aiming to bounce back from this tough loss. The Bears' upcoming game against Yale will be a crucial test, as they seek to prove that their upset win over Dartmouth was not a fluke. The Big Green, on the other hand, want to regain their footing against Harvard and get back on track in the conference standings.