St. John's Red Storm Battle vs Providence Friars Highlights College Basketball Odds Menu

Earning a win and covering the posted point spread will be the goals for Providence when they take on the St. John's Red Storm on Saturday in college basketball betting odds action.

Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick

The St. John's Red Storm betting line opened as 8-point underdogs in this college basketball tilt over at Sportsbook but the number may be on the move. Watch for the Sportsbook over/under total as well at Sportsbook.

Providence Friars vs St. John's Red Storm Matchup

Team Betting Records & Power Rankings

The St. John's Red Storm sit at 8-22 (12-18 ATS) on the college basketball season. By comparison, the Providence Friars are currently 21-9 (15-14 ATS). Looking to bet on the total points scored? St. John's is 15-15 OU, and Providence is 17-12 OU.

The Red Storm - Friars odds would favor the Friars if the lines were set according to our power ranks. St. John's is rated No. 320 in the current Odds Shark poll, while Providence is at No. 166.

Statistical Matchup

Scoring and defensive stats point to some betting edges in this matchup. The game features St. John's's No. 232-ranked scoring average of 66.83 PPG, against a Providence Friars defense rated No. 105 and allowing 69.63 PPG. The St. John's Red Storm FG% has averaged 39.83% to date this season, less than the Providence Friars shooters have managed so far (41.44% per game).

Recent Outings Betting Recap

Providence got 27 points and 27 rebounds from Ben Bentil en route to a 70-66 victory over Creighton on Wednesday at Dunkin Donuts Center.

St. John's was crushed on Sunday, getting blown out by Creighton and falling by a 100-59 score at CenturyLink Center.