Get ready for an exciting early-season showdown as the Akron Zips host the Princeton Tigers on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at James A. Rhodes Arena in Akron, Ohio. The Zips come in having opened their 2025-26 campaign with a strong showing and will be aiming to defend their home court in front of their fans. Meanwhile, the Tigers make the trip from Princeton with Ivy League pride, ready to test themselves on the road.  

This game pits two very different basketball identities against one another: Akron, a Mid-American Conference program accustomed to grinding out results and building momentum in-season, and Princeton, a school steeped in tradition, disciplined offense and smart team basketball. With Akron’s home-court energy and Princeton’s methodical style, fans can expect a compelling contrast and a true test for both squads early in the season. 

I predict that it will be a close game but when it is all said and done the zips will be victorious and will be at 2-0.