Predictions and Odds for Yale vs. Cornell: 2025 Ivy League Championship
Analyzing the upcoming Ivy League Tournament final between Yale Bulldogs and Cornell Big Red, including odds and expert picks.
The No. 1 seed Yale Bulldogs (21-7) and the No. 2 seed Cornell Big Red (18-10) clash in the 2025 Ivy League Championship. Yale defeated Princeton 59-57 in the semifinals and has won 15 of their last 16 games. Cornell secured a commanding victory against Dartmouth 87-71.
Match Details:
Tipoff at Paul Bailey Pizzitola Sports Center is set for noon ET. The current odds have Yale as 5.5-point favorites, with an over/under of 158.5 points.
Why Yale Can Cover
Senior guard John Poulakidas leads Yale, averaging 19.3 points and shooting 40% from three-point range, contributing significantly to their offensive strength.
Bez Mbeng, another senior guard, is a versatile player, averaging 13.4 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 5.9 assists.
Why Cornell Can Cover
Senior guard Nazir Williams leads Cornell in scoring with 14.9 points per game, showing all-around capability in recent games. Junior forward AK Okereke excels with averages of 13.2 points and 4.1 assists, showcasing offensive prowess.
Betting Trends
- Spread: Bulldogs -5.5
- Over/Under: 158.5 points
- Money Line: Bulldogs -236, Big Red +194
- For detailed picks, visit SportsLine.
Conclusion
SportsLine’s model predicts a total of 161 points in the game, with confidence over 50% in selected spreads. Check here for more predictions.
