As the college basketball season heats up, St. John's is riding a three-game win streak, bolstering their case as a top-4 seed in the NCAA Tournament. With a 25th-ranked NET rating and an impressive 3-4 record against Quad 1 opponents, the Red Storm is poised to make a deep run. Meanwhile, Seton Hall is fighting to stay on the right side of the bubble, boasting a 56th-ranked NET rating and a Quad 1 record that leaves much to be desired.
The Pirates' recent form has been inconsistent, with losses in two of their last three games, but a win against St. John's would be a significant boost to their tournament resume. This matchup is classified as a Quad 1 opportunity for Seton Hall and a Quad 2 game for St. John's, making it a high-reward contest for the visitors. According to the CHD Scout prediction, St. John's is favored to win by 7.2 points, with a 74.7% chance of emerging victorious.
CHD Scout Prediction
Seton Hall
70
St. John's
77
With neither team boasting a particularly hot or cold player, the outcome will likely depend on which squad can impose its will on the other. St. John's has been playing well, and their home-court advantage at Madison Square Garden is a significant factor. Given the Red Storm's recent form and the CHD Scout prediction, I predict St. John's will win by around 7-8 points, solidifying their position as a top-4 seed and leaving Seton Hall to continue fighting for a tournament spot. The Pirates must bring their A-game if they hope to pull off the upset and boost their bubble chances.