The Cornell Big Red, currently ranked 157 in the NET rankings, are looking to extend their winning streak to 4 games, having won 4 of their last 5 contests, including a recent 75-65 victory over Brown. Meanwhile, the Princeton Tigers, ranked 229 in the NET rankings, are seeking to turn their season around, having lost 3 of their last 5 games, with their most recent defeat being a 70-65 loss to Yale. With both teams sitting at 4-4 in conference play, this matchup could have real consequences for their tournament hopes, particularly in terms of quad records, as Cornell is 0-2 in Quad 1 and 0-2 in Quad 2 games, while Princeton is 0-2 in Quad 1 and 1-0 in Quad 2 games.
Cornell Big Red's 44.2% Field Goal Percentage Leads Ivy League
The game is scheduled to take place on February 13, 2026, at 7:00 PM ET, at Jadwin Gymnasium, and will be available to stream on ESPN+. The over/under is set at 156.5 points, with Cornell favored by 2.5 points, and the moneyline set at -145 for Cornell and 118 for Princeton.
The Cornell Big Red have been performing relatively well this season, with an 11-10 overall record and a 4-4 conference record. They have a NET ranking of 157 and a quad record of 0-2 in Quad 1, 0-2 in Quad 2, 2-3 in Quad 3, and 7-3 in Quad 4 games. Cornell has won 4 of their last 5 games, with their most recent victory being a 75-65 win over Brown, in which they shot 45.5% from the field and 40% from three-point range. The Big Red have been led by their strong offense, which averages 74.5 points per game, with a 44.2% field goal percentage and a 36.2% three-point percentage.
The Princeton Tigers, on the other hand, have struggled this season, with an 8-15 overall record and a 4-4 conference record. They have a NET ranking of 229 and a quad record of 0-2 in Quad 1, 1-0 in Quad 2, 1-10 in Quad 3, and 5-3 in Quad 4 games. Princeton has lost 3 of their last 5 games, with their most recent defeat being a 70-65 loss to Yale, in which they shot 41.9% from the field and 30.8% from three-point range. The Tigers have been led by their defense, which allows an average of 71.4 points per game, with a 42.5% field goal percentage and a 33.5% three-point percentage.
The key to this matchup will be the battle between Cornell's high-powered offense and Princeton's stingy defense. Cornell averages 74.5 points per game, while Princeton allows an average of 71.4 points per game. The Big Red shoot 44.2% from the field and 36.2% from three-point range, while the Tigers allow 42.5% field goal shooting and 33.5% three-point shooting. Cornell's offense is led by their 45.5% field goal percentage in their last 5 games, while Princeton's defense has allowed an average of 69.2 points per game in their last 5 contests. The pace of the game will also be crucial, as Cornell averages 72.1 possessions per game, while Princeton averages 68.5 possessions per game.
CHD Scout Prediction
Cornell
80
Princeton
80
For Cornell, guard Greg Dolan has been on a hot streak, averaging 18.2 points per game over his last 5 contests, including a 25-point performance against Brown. Forward Jordan Jones has also been playing well, averaging 14.5 points and 7.1 rebounds per game over his last 5 games. For Princeton, guard Matt Allocco has been leading the team in scoring, averaging 15.1 points per game over his last 5 contests, including a 20-point performance against Yale. Forward Keeshawn Kellman has also been contributing, averaging 12.2 points and 6.5 rebounds per game over his last 5 games.
The CHD Scout prediction has Cornell winning by a slim margin of 0.4 points, with a 48.6% win probability for Princeton. This prediction suggests that the game will be closely contested, with both teams having a chance to come out on top. The prediction is based on a variety of factors, including the teams' recent performance, their NET rankings, and their quad records.
This game has real consequences for both teams' tournament hopes. A win for Cornell would improve their quad record and boost their NET ranking, making them a more attractive candidate for the tournament selection committee. A win for Princeton, on the other hand, would be a much-needed quality win, as they currently have a 0-2 record in Quad 1 games and a 1-0 record in Quad 2 games. The Tigers need to improve their quad record and NET ranking if they hope to be considered for an at-large bid.