Columbia University's men's basketball team suffered a narrow 64-63 defeat to Dartmouth on Saturday afternoon at Schiller Court in Levien Gymnasium, New York. The Lions led by one point with 16 seconds remaining, but the Big Green secured the win with free throws in the closing moments. This loss leaves Columbia with a 15-10 overall record and 4-7 in Ivy League play, while Dartmouth improves to 11-13 overall and 5-6 in the conference.
The game took place on February 21, 2026, at Levien Gymnasium in New York, where Columbia hosted Dartmouth in an Ivy League matchup. Columbia, known as the Lions, entered the contest with a 15-10 record, while Dartmouth, the Big Green, stood at 11-13.
Throughout the afternoon contest, the Lions maintained a competitive edge, holding a slim one-point lead with just 16 seconds on the clock. However, Dartmouth capitalized in the final seconds, making crucial free throws with three seconds left to claim the 64-63 victory.
This heartbreaker adds to Columbia's Ivy League challenges, as their conference record now sits at 4-7. Dartmouth's win bolsters their position at 5-6 in the league. No specific player statistics or leaders were detailed in immediate reports, but the close finish underscores the intensity of the rivalry.
Columbia's next scheduled event is on February 27, a Friday matchup, though details on the opponent were not specified in available information.
