The Cornell Big Red dominated the Princeton Tigers 89-65, with a 24-point margin of victory that showed their offensive prowess. Jake Fiegen led the charge for Cornell, scoring 20 points and grabbing 5 rebounds, while Dalen Davis paced Princeton with 19 points and 5 rebounds. The Big Red's 44 points in the first half set the tone for the game, as they shot 51.9% from the field and 42.1% from three-point range. Cornell's 12-10 record now looks more impressive, given their 155 NET ranking, and this win will likely improve their standing.
Cornell Big Red's 51.9% Field Goal Percentage Ties Season High
The Cornell Big Red took control of the game early, outscoring the Princeton Tigers 44-27 in the first half. Princeton struggled to contain Cornell's offense, which scored 45 points in the second half to seal the 89-65 victory. The Tigers' 27 points in the first half were not enough to keep pace with Cornell, and their 38 points in the second half were too little, too late. The Big Red's 24-point margin of victory was a reflection of their balanced attack, with three players scoring in double figures. Cornell's 51.9% field goal percentage and 42.1% three-point percentage were key factors in their dominant performance. Princeton, on the other hand, shot just 38.5% from the field and 25% from three-point range, making it difficult for them to mount a comeback.
Dalen Davis was the top performer for the Princeton Tigers, scoring 19 points and grabbing 5 rebounds. Malik Abdullahi added 14 points and 6 rebounds for Princeton, while Sebastian Whitfield chipped in with 8 points. For the Cornell Big Red, Jake Fiegen led the way with 20 points and 5 rebounds. Adam Hinton scored 12 points, and Cooper Noard added 11 points to help pace the Big Red. Fiegen's 20 points were a game-high, and his 5 rebounds were a reflection of his all-around skills. Davis's 19 points were a bright spot for Princeton, but it was not enough to overcome Cornell's balanced attack.
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The Cornell Big Red outshot the Princeton Tigers 51.9% to 38.5% from the field, and 42.1% to 25% from three-point range. Cornell also outrebounded Princeton 35-30, with a 12-8 advantage on the offensive glass. The Big Red committed just 12 turnovers, while Princeton turned the ball over 15 times. Cornell's 24-point margin of victory was a result of their dominant performance on both ends of the court. The Big Red's 89 points were a season-high, and their 51.9% field goal percentage was their best mark of the year.
The CHD Scout predicted a narrow victory for the Princeton Tigers, with a predicted score of 80-80 and a predicted margin of 0.2. However, the Cornell Big Red had other plans, winning 89-65 and proving the prediction wrong. The 24-point margin of victory was a significant departure from the predicted outcome, and it highlights the challenges of predicting college basketball games. The CHD Scout missed the mark on this one, and it will be interesting to see how they adjust their predictions going forward. Cornell's 155 NET ranking and 12-10 record suggest that they are a formidable opponent, and this win will likely improve their standing.
This game was a Quadrant 3 matchup for both teams, with the Princeton Tigers entering the game with a 227 NET ranking and an 8-16 record. The Cornell Big Red, on the other hand, had a 155 NET ranking and a 12-10 record. The Big Red's 24-point margin of victory will likely improve their NET ranking, and it will also boost their resume for potential postseason play. Princeton's loss will likely drop them in the NET rankings, and it will make it more difficult for them to build momentum heading into the final stretch of the season. Cornell's win improves their Quadrant 3 record, and it gives them a much-needed boost as they head into the final weeks of the regular season.
The Cornell Big Red want to build on this momentum as they face their next opponent, while the Princeton Tigers will try to regroup and bounce back from this tough loss. Cornell's next game is scheduled for [insert date] against [insert opponent], and they want to continue their strong play. Princeton's next game is scheduled for [insert date] against [insert opponent], and they will try to get back on track.