St. John’s Red Storm vs Villanova Wildcats Picks and Predictions January 17th 2026

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The St. John’s Red Storm look to extend their winning streak, while the Villanova Wildcats aim to defend their home floor in this Big East clash at Xfinity Mobile Arena.

Line Movement and Odds

St. John’s enters as the slight favorite, but Villanova’s strong home record makes this line competitive. Current market:

  • St. John’s Spread: -1.5 (-114)
  • Villanova Spread: +1.5 (-112)
  • St. John’s MoneyLine: -131
  • Villanova MoneyLine: +105
  • Total: 149.5 (-110)

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Matchup Breakdown

St. John’s Outlook

The Red Storm average 86.0 points per game, with Oziyah Sellers, Zuby Ejiofor, and Jordan Dingle leading the offense. Sellers’ 24 points vs Marquette highlighted his consistency, while Ejiofor’s 22 points and 7 rebounds showcased his impact. St. John’s shooting efficiency and free-throw accuracy (19.8 makes per game, 15th nationally) underscore their strengths. Their 12-5 record and 3-2 road mark highlight resilience, making them a dangerous favorite.

Villanova Outlook

The Wildcats average 78.6 points per game, with Devin Askew, Duke Brennan, and Eric Dixon driving production. Askew’s 20 points and 7 assists vs Providence highlighted his consistency, while Brennan’s 14 points and 8 rebounds showcased his impact. Villanova’s shooting efficiency (55.2% eFG, 70th nationally) and perimeter scoring (9.8 threes per game, 77th nationally) underscore their strengths. Their 14-3 record and 8-1 home mark highlight consistency, making them tough at Xfinity Mobile Arena.

Key Factors

This matchup may hinge on pace and perimeter defense. St. John’s thrives on offensive depth and free throws, while Villanova must rely on efficiency and home-court energy to tilt the game. Turnovers and rebounding will likely decide the margin.

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Injuries / Availability

St. John’s: No injuries reported.

Villanova: No notable injuries listed.

Environment

Xfinity Mobile Arena has been a reliable venue for Villanova, where they’ve gone 8-1 this season. St. John’s enters with confidence from their win over Marquette, making this a clash of home strength vs road resilience.

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Best Bets and Prediction

Projected Final Score: St. John’s 80, Villanova 75

  • St. John’s -1.5 → Best Bet. Their offensive efficiency and balanced scoring suggest they can cover the spread.
  • Under 149.5 → Total play. Both teams’ slower pace points toward a combined score below the line.

St. John’s depth and offensive rhythm should carry them to victory, while Villanova’s home-court advantage keeps the game competitive. Expect a moderately high-scoring contest with totals landing just under the posted number.

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