Skinner was essential in quelling the numerous Explorers’ comeback efforts, providing a season-high 16 points off of the bench. The Plano, Texas., native chipped in three rebounds and shot five-of-six from the free-throw line, while providing 21 minutes of steady play at the guard position.
Beating the Explorers allowed Harvard to extend its undefeated record at Lavietes Pavilion to 5-0, a pattern the team hopes to continue entering Ivy League play.
The Crimson will have a week and a half off before taking on Dartmouth on January 20th in Cambridge, looking to maintain its undefeated record at home.
“Coaches love this break,” Delaney-Smith said. “It’s a chance for us to zone in on some stuff we need to work on.”
The matchup against the Big Green looms large, with Harvard looking to avenge its loss in Hanover and record its first Ivy League win of the season.
—Staff writer Amir Mamdani can be reached at amir.mamdani@thecrimson.com.