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Cornell vs. Harvard prediction: Harvard favored to win men's college basketball matchup [1/24/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get Cornell vs Harvard predictions for college basketball Saturday.
Harvard will square off with Cornell, in what is expected to be a tight men's college basketball game, at Lavietes Pavilion on Saturday, beginning at 2:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' proven college basketball model gives Harvard a slight edge with a 53% win probability over Cornell.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Saturday's Cornell vs. Harvard matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and picks.
Cornell vs. Harvard prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NCAA basketball game between Cornell and Harvard 10,000 times as part of our men's college basketball predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives Harvard a 53% chance of defeating Cornell. Our predicted final score has Harvard winning 78-77.
According to our model, Cornell (+1.5) has a 55% chance of covering the spread, while the 160.5-point over/under has a 56% chance of staying under.
Cornell vs. Harvard odds
We have sourced the best men's college basketball odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Cornell | Harvard |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +1.5 (-110) | -1.5 (-108) |
| Moneyline | +105 | -120 |
| Total | o160.5 (-110) | u160.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Cornell vs. Harvard picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Cornell +1.5 | -110 |
| Moneyline | Harvard | -120 |
| Total | Under 160.5 | -110 |
According to our men's college basketball best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 160.5 total points.
Cornell vs. Harvard game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's men's college basketball action between Harvard and Cornell at Lavietes Pavilion is scheduled to commence at 2:00 PM ET.
- Who: Cornell vs. Harvard
- Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026
- Time: 2:00 PM ET/11:00AM PT
- Venue: Lavietes Pavilion
Conclusion
We predict Harvard, with a 53% win probability, will likely beat Cornell on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Cornell vs. Harvard insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Dave Garofolo uses sophisticated AI-driven analytics to make predictions and evaluate player performances in the NBA, MLB, NFL, NHL, NCAAM, and PGA TOUR tournaments, crafting insightful game and prop previews.
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