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Penn Quakers vs Dartmouth Big Green Picks and Predictions – January 17, 2026
Ivy League play rolls on Saturday afternoon as the Penn Quakers head to Hanover to take on the Dartmouth Big Green at Edward Leede Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 3:00 PM ET, and both teams are hunting for a critical conference win to keep postseason hopes alive.
Dartmouth opens as a slight home favorite at -1.5 (-108), with a -120 moneyline. Penn is just behind at +1.5 (-113) and -104 to win outright. The total is set high at 162.5 — one of the loftier numbers on the Ivy slate — indicating expectations of a fast-paced, offense-first battle.
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Penn Quakers vs Dartmouth Big Green Odds
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| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penn | -104 | +1.5 (-113) | O 162.5 |
| Dartmouth | -120 | -1.5 (-108) | U 162.5 |
Penn Quakers Betting Form
Penn comes in with one of the Ivy League’s more potent scoring attacks. The Quakers are averaging 79+ PPG over their last five games and operate with excellent spacing and three-point volume. They’re particularly dangerous in transition, with guard play that keeps pressure on opposing defenses.
Defensively, though, Penn has been a liability. They’ve given up 80+ in three of their last four and continue to struggle closing out on shooters. If the tempo gets too fast, they tend to lose control, especially on the road. Rebounding has also been an issue, particularly against more physical frontcourts.
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Dartmouth Big Green Betting Form
Dartmouth is quietly one of the most balanced teams in the Ivy League. While not elite in any one area, they execute well in the half court and protect the ball. They’re shooting close to 47% from the field at home and have shown the ability to go bucket-for-bucket when necessary.
Defensively, Dartmouth plays positionally sound basketball and rotates well — but they’re not built to handle track meets. They’ll need to slow Penn down and grind this one into a half-court battle to protect home floor. Free throw shooting and rebounding are their clearest advantages in this spot.
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Penn vs Dartmouth Matchup Breakdown
This game will be all about tempo. Penn wants to push pace, shoot early in the clock, and turn this into a shootout. Dartmouth, on the other hand, will look to control the glass, limit transition chances, and dictate possession flow through deliberate half-court execution.
If Dartmouth can keep the Quakers under 75 points, they have a strong shot to cover and win outright. But if Penn finds rhythm from deep — especially early — Dartmouth may not have the offensive gear to keep up.
Watch the foul situation and rebounding battle closely. Both could decide whether this game stays close or swings late.
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Penn vs Dartmouth Predictions and Best Bets
With such a tight number and two different playing styles, this matchup likely comes down to late-game execution. Dartmouth has the edge at home and plays with more structure, but Penn’s offensive firepower is real — and hard to contain for 40 minutes.
The total is high at 162.5, but it’s justified given Penn’s pace and recent results. That said, the value is on the more complete team with the home edge.
Best Bet: Dartmouth -1.5 (-108)
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