BOSTON — In an exciting Ivy League clash on Saturday, Princeton emerged victorious with a score of 68-64 against Harvard, powered by the impressive performance of Xaivian Lee, who scored 22 points.
Lee demonstrated an efficient shooting display, hitting 8 of his 13 attempts from the field, including three successful 3-point shots out of five attempts. He also contributed to the score from the free-throw line, making three of his five tries, helping the Tigers improve their record to 12-4 for the season.
Alongside Lee, Caden Pierce played a significant role in the team’s success, contributing nine points and gathering eight rebounds. Dalen Davis also added nine points to the scoreboard, rounding out a well-balanced effort from the team.
For the Crimson, Chandler Pigge stood out with a double-double, recording 15 points and 12 rebounds, along with three steals, showcasing strong defensive skills. Robert Hinton was another key contributor, finishing the game with 14 points and six rebounds, while Thomas Batties II added 13 points to the total. The loss put Harvard’s record at 5-9, as they continue to navigate through the season.
Overall, the matchup highlighted the competitive spirit of Ivy League basketball as teams strive to make an impact early in the conference schedule.