In an exciting matchup on Friday night, the Princeton Tigers overcame the Harvard Crimson with a close final score of 76-71. Xaivian Lee was a standout player for Princeton, contributing a remarkable 25 points along with six rebounds and six assists, showcasing his all-around skills on the court. The Tigers, boasting a record of 17-8 overall and 6-4 in the Ivy League, also received support from Blake Peters, who netted 14 points and showcased his shooting ability with four successful 3-pointers out of nine attempts. CJ Happy made his mark as well, scoring nine points with an efficient shooting rate of four for six from the field.

On the other side, Harvard struggled but fought valiantly, with Robert Hinton leading the charge by scoring an impressive 31 points. His efforts were complemented by Louis Lesmond, who added 11 points to the scoreboard. Chandler Pigge also contributed significantly, finishing the game with 10 points, six rebounds, five assists, and two steals, highlighting his defensive and playmaking abilities.

Looking ahead, both teams will be back in action on Saturday. Princeton will take on Dartmouth at home, while Harvard will travel to face Pennsylvania, aiming to improve their standing in the Ivy League.