The Ivy League Men’s Basketball Championship between the Yale Bulldogs and the Cornell Big Red took place on March 16, 2025. Yale emerged victorious, defeating Cornell 90-84 to secure the Ivy League title and an automatic berth into the NCAA Tournament.
In their two regular-season matchups, Yale also prevailed, winning 103-88 at Cornell and 92-88 at home. Both games were high-scoring affairs, with totals of 191 and 180 points, respectively.
Leading up to the championship game, Yale was favored by 5.5 points. Analysts noted Yale’s strong defense and efficient three-point shooting as key factors contributing to their success.
For a detailed analysis and recap of the game, you can watch the following video: