The ninth-ranked St. John’s Red Storm look to secure their 11th consecutive victory against the Villanova Wildcats in a pivotal Big East matchup on Wednesday night. St. John’s aims to build on their recent 68-62 win over UConn, while Villanova comes off a successful outing against Xavier, winning 80-68. St. John’s is leading the conference with a record of 21-3 and 12-1 in Big East play, showcasing a strong away performance at 5-1. Conversely, Villanova, positioned fifth in the league, has a solid home record standing at 11-3.

Game Details

• Tipoff: At Finneran Pavilion, Villanova, Pa.
• Time: 6 p.m. ET

In their first meeting on January 11, St. John’s triumphed with a score of 80-68. Currently, St. John’s is favored by 3.5 points, with the over/under set at 139.5 points. Before finalizing any bets, check out the predictions from the SportsLine Projection Model.

Key Players

• RJ Luis Jr. has been extraordinary for St. John’s, recently scoring 21 points and grabbing seven rebounds against UConn, while averaging 17.6 points and 6.8 rebounds this season.
• Eric Dixon, a senior forward for Villanova, delivered a stellar performance with 24 points, fueling their recent wins. He contributes significantly with an average of 23.8 points and 5.2 rebounds per game.

Why to Pick St. John’s

St. John’s has shown resilience and strength in their recent games, with contributions from players like Luis Jr. and Ejiofor leading them through challenging matchups.

Why to Pick Villanova

Villanova counters with powerful offensive performances, spearheaded by Dixon and Poplar, both critical in maintaining their competitive edge in the Big East conference.

Conclusion

With numerous betting insights and statistical trends backing both teams, you can expect an exciting clash on February 12. For more predictions and analytics, visit SportsLine.