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St. John's Red Storm Favored to Win Big East Matchup Against Xavier Musketeers - Wednesday Night Showdown Set for 7:00 PM EST

The Xavier Musketeers will face off against the St. John's Red Storm in an upcoming Big East matchup. The game is set for Wednesday night at 7:00 pm EST. St. John's, with a record of 16-3, is the betting favorite with a -7.5 point spread that has remained unchanged. Check out our prediction for the Xavier vs. St. John's game and stay tuned for more updates.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Musketeers +235 | Red Storm -295
• Spread: Musketeers +7.5 (-110) | Red Storm -7.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 148.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that St. Johns will win straight-up is 75%.

Xavier vs St. Johns Stats

Xavier Musketeers

The Xavier Musketeers secured a significant victory against 7th-ranked Marquette, winning 59-57 on the road. Despite a late Marquette rally, the Musketeers maintained their lead to secure the win, their first over a top-ten team since defeating 2nd-ranked UConn two seasons ago. Head coach Sean Miller expressed optimism about the team's progress. Leading the way was Zach Freemantle with a double-double, followed by Dailyn Swain and Marcus Foster. The Musketeers shot 40 percent from the field and forced 13 turnovers from Marquette. With a current record of 12-7, the Musketeers are on a three-game winning streak, improving to 4-4 in the Big East. Xavier ranks fifth in field goal shooting and second in 3-point shooting in the conference. Key injuries include G Trey Green and F Lassina Traore being out. The Musketeers are ranked 97 in offense and 118 in defense, with notable shooting percentages and defensive stats. Overall, Xavier has shown strength in offensive efficiency and defensive prowess this season.

St. Johns Red Storm Analysis

The St. John's Red Storm secured their 16th win of the season with a commanding 79-51 road victory over Seton Hall, propelling them to the top of the Big East standings. Head coach Rick Pitino credited the team's strong defense and focus on the next game for their success. The Red Storm's dominant performance held Seton Hall to just 26 percent shooting and 20 percent from 3-point range, with standout performances from RJ Luis Jr., Zuby Ejiofor, and Aaron Scott. Former Seton Hall star Kadary Richmond also shined with 12 points, six assists, five rebounds, and two steals against his former team. The team's second-ranked offense and top-ranked defense in the Big East showcase their strength as they continue to excel under Pitino's leadership. Key injuries include G Deivon Smith being questionable and F Brady Dunlap being out. Additionally, the Red Storm have a power ranking of 51 and impressive offensive and defensive statistics. The team's solid performance on both ends of the court positions them as a force to be reckoned with in the Big East conference.

St. John's Dominant Performance Sets Them Up as Favorites Against Xavier

St. John's current five-game winning streak and impressive record of 11 wins in 12 games make them a formidable opponent. Despite Xavier's recent three-game winning streak, they are not likely to match St. John's performance on offense or defense. St. John's main weakness so far has been their three-point shooting, but they may still find success against Xavier, who ranks 7th in the conference in defending against three-point shots. St. John's excels in scoring, scoring defense, and scoring margin in the Big East, and has a perfect 12-0 record at home this season. Additionally, they have a strong track record of covering spreads at home. Based on these factors, it is recommended to choose St. John's as the favorite in this matchup against Xavier.

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