The St. John’s Red Storm (3-0) welcome the Vermont Catamounts (3-0) to Carnesecca Arena, where both teams hope to remain unbeaten. Action begins at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 16, 2019.
Vermont Catamounts at St. John’s Red Storm Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious over their last opponent. The Red Storm defeated the New Hampshire Wildcats 74-61, while the Catamounts beat the Boston University Terriers 62-47.
The Catamounts had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.481 vs. 0.333) and had a better free throw rate (0.208 vs. 0.158). The Red Storm, meanwhile, had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (36.2 vs. 27.5) and had a better turnover percentage (15.1 vs. 19.5). St. John’s was lifted by LJ Figueroa, who had 25 points, eight rebounds and five steals. Anthony Lamb, meanwhile led the way for Vermont, contributing 15 points and 16 rebounds.
This contest should be a battle of conflicting styles. Since last season, St. John’s has preferred to play quickly (41st in possessions per game), while Vermont has been more methodical (305th in possessions per game). Also, the Catamounts, who rank 40th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.273), will battle against the Red Storm, who rank 317th in opponents’ FTA rate (0.277).
Vermont Catamounts vs. St. John’s Red Storm Betting Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – St. John’s, ATS Winner – St. John’s, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Vermont ranks 24th in rebounds allowed per game (31.5) while St. John’s ranks 295th (38.8).
- The Catamounts rank 68th in three pointers allowed per game (20.5) while the Red Storm rank 248th (24.3).
- St. John’s is 18th in the country with 2.5 blocks allowed per game while Vermont is 48th with 2.7 blocks allowed per game.
- The Red Storm rank eighth in steals per game (9.0) while the Catamounts rank 211th (5.6).
- Vermont ranks 13th in assists allowed per game (10.2) while St. John’s ranks 197th (13.6).
