Men’s Basketball Travels to Face Cornell and Columbia
The Princeton University men’s basketball team is set to compete against Cornell and Columbia in upcoming matches. The game against Cornell takes place on January 30 at 6 p.m. in Ithaca, New York. The following day, Princeton will face Columbia in New York City at the same time.
Overview of Upcoming Games
Princeton (7-13, 3-2 Ivy League) is looking to capitalize on its recent performance as it hits the road.
- Game 21: January 30, 2025 – Princeton vs. Cornell, 6 p.m., Ithaca, NY
- Game 22: January 31, 2025 – Princeton vs. Columbia, 6 p.m., New York, NY
Recent Performance
In their last match, Princeton defeated Brown 63-53 on January 24. Dalen Davis led the team with 22 points, while Jackson Hicke added a double-double with 19 points and 12 rebounds. Notably, Princeton achieved a perfect free-throw performance, going 22-for-22.
Head-to-Head History
Against Cornell
The rivalry with Cornell dates back to 1902. Princeton holds a significant advantage with an all-time record of 154-87. Under head coach Mitch Henderson, the team has won 19 out of 27 encounters with the Big Red.
In their last meeting on March 2, 2025, Princeton lost 102-70 at Newman Arena in Ithaca. Dalen Davis scored nine points in that game.
Against Columbia
Princeton has a favorable all-time record of 164-86 against Columbia, with a 77-51 record on the road. Coach Mitch Henderson boasts 24 wins against the Lions, including a 73-68 victory on February 28, 2025.
Current Team Highlights
Princeton is striving to recapture the Ivy League championship. The Tigers aim for their fourth Ivy title within five seasons.
Dalen Davis has emerged as a key player this season, averaging 16.4 points per game and shooting 88.1% from the free-throw line. He recently made his 100th career three-pointer, tying for 28th on Princeton’s all-time list.
Recent Player Achievements
- Dalen Davis: Ivy Co-Player of the Week twice.
- Jackson Hicke: Notable performance with a career-high 28 points against Dartmouth.
- Malik Abdullahi: Averaging 9.3 points and 6.0 rebounds, recorded a double-double against Harvard.
As the Tigers prepare for these crucial Ivy League games, they look to build on their recent success and challenge their conference rivals.
