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Harvard vs. Cornell prediction: Why Cornell is favored to win men's college basketball matchup [2/21/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get Harvard vs Cornell predictions for college basketball Saturday.
Cornell will square off with Harvard in men's college basketball action at Newman Arena on Saturday, starting at 2:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' proven college basketball model predicts Cornell as the most likely winner of the Harvard vs. Cornell game.
This article offers further insights into Saturday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and picks.
Harvard vs. Cornell prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's NCAA basketball matchup between Harvard and Cornell 10,000 times as part of our men's college basketball predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives Cornell a 69% chance of defeating Harvard. Our predicted final score has Cornell winning 79-74.
According to our model, Cornell (+1.5) has a 69% chance of covering the spread, while the 152.5-point over/under has a 54% chance of staying under.
Harvard vs. Cornell odds
We have researched the best men's college basketball odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Harvard | Cornell |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -1.5 (+100) | +1.5 (-130) |
| Moneyline | +180 | -110 |
| Total | o152.5 (-115) | u152.5 (-115) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Harvard vs. Cornell 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 | -130 |
| Moneyline | Cornell | -110 |
| Total | Under 152.5 | -115 |
According to our men's college basketball best bets, the top play to make on this game is Cornell to win.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Harvard vs. Cornell game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's men's college basketball action between Cornell and Harvard at Newman Arena is scheduled to begin at 2:00 PM ET.
- Who: Harvard vs. Cornell
- Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026
- Time: 2:00 PM ET/11:00AM PT
- Venue: Newman Arena
Conclusion
We predict Cornell, with a 69% win probability, will likely beat Harvard on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Harvard vs. Cornell insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from up-to-date 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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