The St. John's Red Storm started the season with two wins in the 2022-23 NCAA Basketball season as they prepare themselves to face the Central Connecticut Blue Devils, who have losses in both of their opening games.
The Red Storm is part of the Big East Conference and will host this matchup at the Carnesecca Arena on Tuesday (November 15) whereas the Blue Devils are part of the Northeast Conference. This is a game that will show whether a team continues its winning run or the other team ends its losing streak.
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St. John's Red Storm vs Central Connecticut Blue Devils: Betting Odds
The Red Storm started the season on a brilliant note. Winning the opening two games with style and finesse, starting against the Merrimack College Warriors (97-72) and the second against the Lafayette Leopards (83-68).
They have averaged close to 90 points in two games, which means their offense has been pretty solid. The entire starting lineup chipped in for their first win, but David Jones in particular has been spectacular. He scored 21 in the opening game and then backed it up with 20 in the second.
They will look to create a similar kind of atmosphere when they host the Blue Devils tonight.
Central Connecticut has had a rough start to the season. They opened their campaign with a loss against the UMass Minutemen (94-67) and suffered another at the hands of the Quinnipiac Bobcats (72-70). The only positive that came out was Kellen Amos' performance as he scored in double-digits in both games.
St. John's Red Storm vs Central Connecticut Blue Devils: Match Details
Fixture: St. John's Red Storm @ Central Connecticut Blue Devils
Date & Time: Tuesday, November 15, 08:00 p.m EDT
Venue: Carnesecca Arena, New York City, New York
St. John's Red Storm vs Central Connecticut Blue Devils: Pick
David Jones should be able to once again give an impactful performance. He is averaging 20 points in two games and will be looking to give a similar type of performance against the Blue Devils. Since all the other players are working together in harmony as well, David can have a great game tonight.
Best Pick: Total Under 153.5 (-114)
St. John's Red Storm vs Central Connecticut Blue Devils: Prediction
St John's has won both of their encounters against the Blue Devils. They are absolute favorites to win this game as the team is far superior compared to Central Connecticut. This could turn out to be a run riot for the Blue Devils if they let their guard down. Expect an easy win for the Red Storm.
Final Prediction: Red Storm -27.5 (-115)
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