The St. John’s Red Storm are set to take on the Butler Bulldogs in a Big East matchup on Tuesday. The game will be held at Hinkel Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana, with a tip-off scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. This contest carries significant implications, as both teams look to improve their standings.
Current Team Records
- St. John’s Red Storm: 9-5 overall, 2-1 in Big East
- Butler Bulldogs: 10-5 overall, 1-3 in Big East
Recent Performances
St. John’s recently fell out of the NCAA rankings after a disappointing home loss to the Providence Friars, where they shot just 28.2%. The final score was 77-71, with the game going under the total points line of 167.
On the other hand, Butler faced Villanova in their last game, suffering an 85-67 defeat. In this matchup, Butler struggled defensively, allowing opponents to shoot 55.2% from the field.
Historical Matchup
St. John’s has a strong historical advantage over Butler, having won their last six encounters. The Red Storm currently lead the series 16-11.
Last season, St. John’s emerged victorious in both games against the Bulldogs, which adds to their momentum heading into this matchup.
Betting Odds and Predictions
According to BetMGM Sportsbook, the current betting odds for the game are as follows:
| Bet Type | Line | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | St. John’s | -200 (Bet $200 to win $100) |
| Butler | +165 (Bet $100 to win $165) | |
| Against the Spread | St. John’s | -4.5 |
| Butler | +4.5 | |
| Over/Under | Total Points | 162.5 |
Based on analysis, a predicted score has St. John’s winning 80-78 against Butler. However, bettors may want to approach with caution, as St. John’s has covered just one of its last eight games.
Key Trends
- St. John’s is 1-6-1 against the spread (ATS) in its last eight games.
- Butler has seen a drop in free-throw efficiency recently.
- The under has prevailed in seven of the last eight meetings between these teams.
The contrasting styles of play may affect the game’s total points. While both teams typically play at a fast pace, recent performances suggest a potential trend towards a lower-scoring affair.
As the matchup approaches, fans and bettors alike will be keeping a close eye on how both teams adapt following recent setbacks.
