By looking at the season statistics, it is easy to see that both teams play similar styles of basketball. The Crimson leads the league in scoring, averaging 70.6 points per game, while Dartmouth comes in second with 64.3.
Both teams, however, rank in the bottom tier of the league in opponents scoring per game, with Dartmouth ranked 5th and the Crimson last in the league.
Despite what the statistics might say, conference play adds a new dimension to the game.
"Ivy League games are important to the season, so of course they mean a lot to you," Hill said.
Long also noted the increased pressure associated with Ivy League-play.
"There's no Ivy-League post-season, so everyone counts," Long said. "Our season starts here."
A win tonight will guarantee the Crimson first-place status in the Ivy League, as no other conference games take place until the second week of January.