Arizona State Sun Devils vs. St. John’s Red Storm Betting Prediction 11/23/19

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The Arizona State Sun Devils (2-1) square off against the St. John’s Red Storm (4-1) in the Hall of Fame Tip-Off Naismith at Mohegan Sun Arena. Action starts at 2:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 23, 2019.

Arizona State Sun Devils vs. St. John’s Red Storm Betting Odds

Both teams thoroughly outplayed their last opponent. The Red Storm defeated the Columbia Lions 82-63, while the Sun Devils beat the Rider Broncs 92-55.

Arizona State played a flawless game. They had a phenomenally low turnover percentage of 7.2 and a free throw rate of 0.146. For those same stats, Rider was 30.5 and 0.100, respectively. Meanwhile, St. John’s played a perfect game. They had a free throw rate of 0.181 (matching their season average) and a turnover percentage of 9.1 (better than their season average of 14.3). For those same stats, Columbia was 0.014 and 20.4, respectively. Julian Champagnie had a good game for St. John’s, finishing with 14 points and seven rebounds. Remy Martin played a key role for Arizona State with 20 points.

There could be plenty of transition action in this matchup that showcases a pair of the NCAA’s more fast-paced teams. St. John’s ranks 38th in possessions per game (72.8) and Arizona State is 31st (73.2) dating back to last season. Moreover, the Sun Devils, who rank ninth in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.292), will battle against the Red Storm, who rank 295th in opponents’ FTA rate (0.264).

Arizona State vs. St. John’s Odds Pick

Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – St. John’s, ATS Winner – St. John’s, O/U – Under

Betting Notes (2018-Present):

  • Arizona State averages 39.8 rebounds per game, which ranks 14th in the country. St. John’s ranks 299th in rebounds allowed per game (38.7).
  • The Red Storm rank 19th in blocks allowed per game (2.5) while the Sun Devils rank 159th (3.4).
  • Arizona State ranks 136th in assists per game (13.6) while St. John’s ranks 189th in assists allowed per game (13.5).
  • The Red Storm average 8.9 steals per game, which ranks eighth in the country. The Sun Devils rank 176th in steals allowed per game (6.5).
  • St. John’s averages 23.3 three pointers per game, which ranks 124th in the NCAA. Arizona State ranks 281st in three pointers allowed per game (25.1).