Cornell's high-powered offense was on full display at the Pizzitola Sports Center, as they dismantled Brown 89-67. Jake Fiegen stole the show, pouring in 31 points and grabbing 9 rebounds to lead the Big Red to a convincing victory. The win marked a significant departure from the predicted score, with Cornell exceeding expectations by a wide margin. CHD Scout had predicted a narrow Cornell win by 1.2 points, but the actual result was a resounding 22-point blowout.
The game got off to a blistering start, with Cornell racing out to a 45-29 halftime lead. The Big Red's offense was clicking on all cylinders, with Fiegen and Cooper Noard combining for 29 points in the first half. Brown's Jeremiah Jenkins tried to keep his team in the game, scoring 10 of his 17 points in the first half, but the Bears couldn't keep pace with Cornell's relentless attack.
The second half was more of the same, as Cornell continued to pull away from Brown. The Big Red's lead ballooned to as many as 25 points, with Fiegen and Noard continuing to lead the charge. Brown's Isaiah Langham chipped in with 14 points and 5 rebounds, but it wasn't enough to stem the tide. Adrian Uchidiuno added 8 points for the Bears, but their offense was unable to match Cornell's firepower.
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The convincing win was a significant boost to Cornell's tournament resume, as they picked up a Quadrant 4 win on the road. While the game was not an upset, the margin of victory was a surprise, and it will undoubtedly give the Big Red a confidence boost as they continue their season. For Brown, the loss was a tough pill to swallow, as they fell to 7-10 on the season. The Bears were also dealt a Quadrant 4 loss, which won't help their already slim tournament hopes.
As the season wears on, Cornell want to build on this impressive performance. With Fiegen and Noard leading the way, the Big Red have the potential to make some noise in their conference. For now, they can bask in the glow of a dominant win, one that exceeded expectations and gave their tournament resume a much-needed shot in the arm. The Big Red's current net ranking of 187 will likely see a boost, while Brown's ranking of 279 will remain a challenge for their tournament aspirations.