St. John’s vs Baylor Prediction 11-21-24 College Basketball Picks

In this article, we will formulate a St. John’s vs Baylor prediction for this College Basketball game on Thursday, November 21st at the Baha Mar Convention Center in Nassau, Bahamas. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

St. John’s Red Storm Betting Preview

The St. John’s Red Storm are 4-0 this year after they defeated New Mexico by a score of 85-71 in their last game. St. John’s led 40-29 at halftime and added 45 more points in the second half in the double-digit win. The Red Storm shot 50% from the field, 22.2% on three-pointers, and 65% on free throws in the game. RJ Luis Jr. led St. John’s with 21 points and 11 rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that win, the Red Storm defeated Wagner, Quinnipiac, and Fordham to start the year. St. John’s has scored 84.8 points per game and they have allowed 62.3 points per game, while also averaging 42.5 rebounds and 18 assists per game this season. RJ Luis Jr. is averaging 17.5 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game, while St. John’s is shooting 49.8% from the field, 70.3% on free throws, and 33.3% on three-pointers this year. 

Baylor Bears Betting Preview

The Baylor Bears are 3-1 this season after they defeated Tarleton State by a score of 104-41 in their last game. Baylor led 56-13 at halftime and they were able to cruise to the easy win. The Bears shot 51.7% from the field, 46.9% on three-pointers, and 75% on free throws in the game. Jalen Celestine led Baylor with 20 points and two blocks in the win. 

Prior to that game, the Bears defeated Sam Houston by a score of 104-67 and Arkansas by a score of 72-67. Baylor has scored 85.8 points per game and they have allowed 69 points per game, while also averaging 36.8 rebounds and 18.8 assists per game this season. Norchad Omier is averaging 13.3 points, 10.0 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game, while Baylor is shooting 48.8% from the field, 71.4% on free throws, and 35.8% on three-pointers this year. 

Why St. John’s will beat Baylor

• St. John’s has won 17 of its last 18 night games against non-conference opponents.
• Baylor has lost three of its last four games against AP-ranked opponents at a neutral venue.
• St. John’s has won the first half in 14 of its last 16 games.

St. John’s vs Baylor Prediction 

Both of these teams come into this matchup ranked in the top 25 and we should be in for a great game here. Baylor’s only loss of the season came against Gonzaga in their season opener, but they have dominated their last two opponents. St. John’s is undefeated on the season, with their best win coming by 14 points over New Mexico last time out. The Red Storm are shooting nearly 50% from the field and they have been very good at rebounding. I know Baylor is the higher-ranked team, but I like what I see from St. John’s and I think they have a chance to win this game outright. Take the Red Storm here.